5 Islands You Can Be On In 5 Hours Or Less

Because nobody likes a layover.

1. Chicago to the Bahamas in 3:12

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In less time than it takes to watch the extended edition of Lord of the Rings, Chicagoans could fly to the Bahamas. (Go ahead, bring the movie on the plane with you. We won't tell your nerdy little secret!)

2. Newark to Turks & Caicos in 3:48

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Viagra is effective longer than the flight from Newark to Turks & Caicos. Kill two birds with one stone and join the mile high club.

3. Philly to the Dominican Republic in 3:51

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In less time than it takes the average person to run a marathon, you could fly from Philly to the DR. And you'll be far less sweaty and sore.

4. Minneapolis to Jamaica in 4:31

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In less time than it takes to renew your license at the DMV*, you could fly from Minneapolis to Jamaica.

*both come with bonus screaming children

5. Houston to Aruba in 4:42

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A five-hour energy drink will get you through this flight with 18 minutes to spare and once you park you butt in this beach chair, the only energy you'll need is to flag down your beach butler for a rum punch.