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BNA → BWI
Which side of the plane to sit from Nashville International Airport (Nashville) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Nashville skyline upon departure, more direct views of the rugged Shenandoah Valley, and often a better angle for spotting the Potomac River's dramatic bends.
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Nashville Skyline
Clear views of the AT&T 'Batman Building' and the downtown core immediately after takeoff from BNA.
Cumberland River
Watch the winding path of the river as it snakes through north-central Tennessee.
Shenandoah Valley
The picturesque valley landscape nestled between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains.
Potomac River Bends
Dramatic views of the river's horseshoe curves near the intersection of West Virginia and Maryland.
Frederick Spires
The historic skyline of Frederick, Maryland, known for its colonial-era church steeples.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun. This side provides a better view of the mountainous terrain in West Virginia and the verdant fields of the Maryland Piedmont. If the flight arrives from the north, you may also see the Patapsco Valley State Park during descent.
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Percy Priest Lake
A massive reservoir visible immediately east of Nashville during the initial climb.
Monongahela Forest
The dense, high-altitude canopy of West Virginia's largest national forest.
Washington D.C. Horizon
On clear days, the Washington Monument and Capitol building are visible on the southern horizon during descent.
Chesapeake Bay
The northern reaches of the famous bay appear as the plane turns for its final approach into BWI.
Baltimore Harbor
Views of the industrial shipping cranes and the Key Bridge ruins near the Patapsco River.
Sit on the right for spectacular sunset views over the Appalachian range during evening flights. While the flight path usually stays north of D.C., the right side offers the best chance to spot the National Mall in the distance. During the fall, this side captures the vibrant autumn foliage of the Virginia foothills effectively.
Book Hotels in BaltimoreDistance: 944 km (587 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min
Departure: BNA (36.1245002746582, -86.6781997680664)
Arrival: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Route Type: Domestic
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