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BNA → PIT
Which side of the plane to sit from Nashville International Airport (Nashville) to Pittsburgh International Airport (Pittsburgh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for its views of the Nashville skyline on departure and the breathtaking Pittsburgh confluence and downtown skyscrapers on arrival.
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Music City Skyline
Excellent views of downtown Nashville's 'Batman Building' and the Cumberland River waterfront upon takeoff.
Appalachian Plateau
Fly over the rugged, densely forested ridges of the Daniel Boone National Forest and the West Virginia panhandle.
Monongahela River
Follow the winding path of the 'Mon' river as it flows north toward the heart of Pittsburgh.
The Golden Triangle
Spot the iconic confluence where the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers meet to form the Ohio at Point State Park.
Downtown Pittsburgh
A stunning aerial perspective of the Steel City’s skyscrapers and numerous yellow bridges during the final approach.
The right side is essential for the iconic 'three rivers' view of Pittsburgh. For the best landscape photos of the Appalachian ridges, afternoon flights provide the most dramatic shadows. Sit ahead of or behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Pittsburgh skyline during the standard arrival patterns.
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Cumberland River
Observe the tight, serpentine loops of the Cumberland River shortly after climbing out of Nashville.
Kentucky Bluegrass
Glimpse the rolling green pastures and historic horse farm regions of central Kentucky.
Ohio River Crossing
A clear view of the massive Ohio River as it forms the border between Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia.
Beaver Valley
Industrial landscapes and historic manufacturing towns along the riverbanks just west of Pittsburgh.
Select the left side for morning flights to minimize solar glare. This side offers better views of the Ohio River valley and the industrial architecture of the Rust Belt as you descend toward PIT. If the aircraft lands toward the west, you will see the airport's unique X-shaped terminal layout.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 743 km (462 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min
Departure: BNA (36.1245002746582, -86.6781997680664)
Arrival: PIT (40.49150085, -80.23290253)
Route Type: Domestic
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