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BNA → TPA
Which side of the plane to sit from Nashville International Airport (Nashville) to Tampa International Airport (Tampa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Florida Gulf Coast, including the white-sand beaches of Clearwater and the 'Nature Coast' marshlands during the descent into Tampa.
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Tennessee Valley
Rolling hills and geometric agricultural patterns of southern Tennessee and northern Alabama.
Florida Nature Coast
Intricate marshlands, islands, and spring-fed rivers near Crystal River as you cross into Florida.
Clearwater Beach
Brilliant white sands and emerald waters of the barrier islands are highly visible on western approach paths.
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
The iconic yellow-cabled bridge spanning Tampa Bay can often be spotted in the distance during descent.
Gulf of Mexico Horizon
Vast, uninterrupted views of the turquoise Gulf, particularly stunning during late afternoon or sunset flights.
The right side is the premier choice for sunset flights, offering a front-row seat to the sun dipping into the Gulf of Mexico. For the best beach views, look out as the plane begins its descent over the Florida peninsula. If the flight approaches TPA from the west over the water, this side provides an incredible panorama of the Pinellas County coastline.
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Nashville Skyline
View the iconic 'Batman Building' and Nissan Stadium shortly after departure from BNA.
Cumberland River
The winding river provides a silver-blue thread through the Tennessee landscape during initial climb.
Talladega National Forest
Dense Alabama woodlands offer a lush green canopy visible during the mid-flight cruise.
Downtown Tampa
On many approach patterns, the left side gets an excellent view of the urban core and Hillsborough Bay.
MacDill Air Force Base
Located at the tip of the Interbay Peninsula, visible just before touchdown on southern approaches.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. This side is also superior for viewing the Nashville skyline upon takeoff if departing to the south. During landing, if the wind is from the south, you will likely get the best view of the Tampa city skyscrapers.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 986 km (613 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: BNA (36.1245002746582, -86.6781997680664)
Arrival: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)
Route Type: Domestic
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