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BNA → CMH
Which side of the plane to sit from Nashville International Airport (Nashville) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (Columbus)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is generally preferred as it offers a more direct view of the Nashville skyline upon departure and a higher probability of seeing the downtown Columbus area during the standard approach pattern.
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Nashville Skyline
Excellent views of the 'Batman Building' and the urban core of Music City shortly after takeoff from BNA.
Cumberland River
Watch the river meander through northern Tennessee and southern Kentucky as the plane climbs to cruising altitude.
Downtown Columbus
On a typical approach to CMH from the southwest, this side offers the clearest views of the Ohio Statehouse and city center.
Kentucky Bluegrass
Vast stretches of manicured horse farms and rolling green hills throughout central Kentucky.
For the best lighting, choose the left side on morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. This side is particularly rewarding if the flight path follows a more westerly route near Louisville or Cincinnati.
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Percy Priest Lake
A massive reservoir just east of Nashville, visible almost immediately after takeoff depending on the runway in use.
Appalachian Foothills
The landscape becomes more rugged and forested as you cross over the edges of the Daniel Boone National Forest region.
Ohio Stadium
On specific northern approaches to CMH, you can spot 'The Horseshoe' and the massive Ohio State University campus.
Ohio Farmlands
The intricate geometric patterns of Midwestern agriculture become prominent as you descend into the Columbus area.
The right side is the better choice for afternoon flights to keep the sun on the opposite side of the aircraft. Keep an eye out for the Scioto River valley as you enter Ohio airspace.
Book Hotels in ColumbusDistance: 543 km (337 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 54 min
Departure: BNA (36.1245002746582, -86.6781997680664)
Arrival: CMH (39.998001, -82.891899)
Route Type: Domestic
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