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BNA → PHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Nashville International Airport (Nashville) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (Phoenix)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the rugged Ozark Plateau, the dramatic Sandia Mountains near Albuquerque, and the colorful geologic formations of northern Arizona during the descent.
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Ozark Plateau
Stunning views of the deeply dissected plateau and forested hills across northern Arkansas and Missouri.
Oklahoma City
Fly past the sprawling metropolitan area and see the distinct downtown skyline of the Sooner State's capital.
Cadillac Ranch
Just west of Amarillo, you can sometimes spot this iconic art installation featuring half-buried cars.
Sandia Mountains
A spectacular view of the 10,000-foot granite crest towering over the city of Albuquerque.
Painted Desert
Vibrant, multicolored badlands and sedimentary layers typical of the northern Arizona high desert.
Superstition Mountains
Jagged volcanic peaks that mark the eastern entrance to the Valley of the Sun during the PHX descent.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes before landing for the Sandia Mountains and the transition into Arizona's Red Rock country. Sit forward of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the view of the Phoenix skyline during landing.
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Mississippi River
Cross the massive meandering waterway shortly after departure as you transition from Tennessee into Arkansas.
Ouachita Mountains
View the unique east-west running ridges of this ancient mountain range in western Arkansas.
Texas Panhandle
Observe the vast, geometric patterns of center-pivot irrigation and massive wind farms near Amarillo.
Gila National Forest
Rugged, high-altitude wilderness areas featuring deep canyons and forested peaks in New Mexico.
Salt River Valley
The dramatic desert floor and agricultural pockets appear as you make the final approach into the Phoenix basin.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. It is also the preferred side to view the Mississippi River crossing shortly after takeoff. During winter months, watch for snow-dusted peaks in the Gila Wilderness of New Mexico.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,326 km (1,445 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 6 min
Departure: BNA (36.1245002746582, -86.6781997680664)
Arrival: PHX (33.43429946899414, -112.01200103759766)
Route Type: Domestic
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