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BNA → MSP
Which side of the plane to sit from Nashville International Airport (Nashville) to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Mississippi River bluffs and a high probability of seeing the Minneapolis skyline on the final approach.
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Ohio River Crossing
Dramatic views of the river separating Kentucky and Indiana, often near the city of Evansville.
Mississippi River Bluffs
The 'Driftless Area' offers stunning views of winding river channels and high limestone cliffs near the MN/WI border.
Lake Pepin
The widest natural part of the Mississippi River, famous for its scenic beauty and sailing vessels.
Minneapolis Skyline
Direct views of U.S. Bank Stadium and the downtown skyscrapers when landing on Runways 30L or 30R.
Frozen Lakes
During winter months, the thousands of frozen lakes in southern Minnesota provide a unique white-on-white landscape.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct sun. For the best views of the river valley and the Minneapolis skyline, stay alert during the final 20 minutes of the flight as the descent begins.
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Land Between the Lakes
A massive inland peninsula between Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley visible shortly after takeoff.
St. Louis Gateway Arch
On clear days, the iconic silver arch and St. Louis skyline appear on the western horizon over southern Illinois.
Iowa Patchwork
Extremely distinct geometric grid patterns of the American Corn Belt creating a vibrant green and gold tapestry.
Des Moines
The golden dome of the Iowa State Capitol can often be spotted as the flight tracks northwest.
Choose the left side for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Great Plains. Keep an eye out about 40 minutes into the flight for the Mississippi River crossing near the Missouri border.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,119 km (695 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: BNA (36.1245002746582, -86.6781997680664)
Arrival: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Route Type: Domestic
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