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AUS → BNA
Which side of the plane to sit from Austin Bergstrom International Airport (Austin) to Nashville International Airport (Nashville)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most iconic views on this route, specifically the expansive Mississippi Delta and the breathtaking final approach over Percy Priest Lake into Nashville.
Piney Woods
The dense, deep green forests of East Texas and Western Louisiana stretching to the horizon.
Mississippi Delta
Intricate geometric patterns of agricultural fields and floodplains across the Delta region.
Percy Priest Lake
A stunning, large reservoir that the plane flies directly over on the final descent into Nashville.
Tennessee Rolling Hills
The lush, undulating landscape of Middle Tennessee as the plane enters the Nashville basin.
The right side is the 'cool side' for morning departures, keeping the sun on the opposite side of the aircraft. It is the definitive choice for photography during the final three minutes of flight when crossing the lake.
Austin Skyline
Aerial views of the Frost Bank Tower and Lady Bird Lake immediately after takeoff from AUS.
Arkansas River
The winding riverbed as the flight passes north of the Ouachita National Forest.
Mississippi River
A wide crossing over the massive river near the Tennessee-Arkansas border.
Nashville Skyline
Potential views of the 'Batman Building' and downtown if the aircraft approaches BNA from the east.
Select the left side for sunset flights to enjoy the golden hour glow over the Ozark foothills. This side also offers a better chance of spotting the Memphis city lights if flying at night.
Distance: 1,216 km (756 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: AUS (30.194499969482425, -97.6698989868164)
Arrival: BNA (36.1245002746582, -86.6781997680664)
Route Type: Domestic
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