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CLT → BNA
Which side of the plane to sit from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte) to Nashville International Airport (Nashville)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most direct views of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the highest peaks of the Southern Appalachian range.
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Great Smoky Mountains
Breathtaking views of the most visited national park in the US, featuring layered ridges and mist-covered valleys.
Nantahala National Forest
Vast stretches of dense old-growth forest and rugged terrain in western North Carolina.
Fontana Lake
A deep, emerald-green reservoir winding through the base of the Great Smokies.
Little Tennessee River
Scenic views of the river as it carves through the Appalachian foothills.
Southern Nashville Suburbs
A bird's-eye view of the rolling hills and growing communities south of the Music City.
Choose the left side for morning departures to have the sun behind you, illuminating the mountain ridges. Look for Clingmans Dome, the highest point in Tennessee, which is often visible approximately 20-30 minutes after takeoff. In autumn, this side provides spectacular views of the changing foliage across the high-altitude forests.
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Lake Norman
The largest man-made lake in North Carolina, visible shortly after departing Charlotte.
Pisgah National Forest
Views of the northern sections of this massive forest and the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Douglas Lake
A large recreational reservoir located near the foothills of the mountains in East Tennessee.
Knoxville Outskirts
Glimpses of the Knoxville metropolitan area and the Tennessee River winding westward.
Nashville Skyline
Excellent views of downtown Nashville, including the iconic AT&T 'Batman' building, during the final approach.
The right side is best for afternoon flights to avoid the glare of the southern sun. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes of the flight; if the plane approaches BNA from the northeast, the right side provides the best angle of the downtown Nashville skyline and the Cumberland River.
Book Hotels in NashvilleDistance: 528 km (328 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 53 min
Departure: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Arrival: BNA (36.1245002746582, -86.6781997680664)
Route Type: Domestic
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