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DEN → BNA
Which side of the plane to sit from Denver International Airport (Denver) to Nashville International Airport (Nashville)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Ozark Mountains and the iconic Lake of the Ozarks, followed by a high-probability view of the Nashville skyline on the final approach into BNA.
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Pikes Peak
Look southwest shortly after takeoff from Denver to see this 14,115-foot southern Rocky Mountain icon.
Lake of the Ozarks
The 'Magic Dragon' lake is easily recognizable by its serpentine shape and massive shoreline in central Missouri.
The Ozark Mountains
Rolling green hills and dense forest canopies provide a scenic transition from the flat plains to the Appalachian foothills.
Nashville Skyline
During the typical approach from the west, passengers on the right get a clear view of the 'Batman Building' and downtown Music City.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for water features and the final descent. In the late afternoon, the sun will be behind you or to the right, creating high-contrast shadows over the Ozarks. Aim for a window seat behind the wing to ensure the skyline isn't blocked during the banking turn into BNA.
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Denver International Airport
Bird's eye view of the unique tent-like architecture of the Jeppesen Terminal upon departure.
Kansas City
Glance north to see the sprawl of Kansas City and the winding Missouri River as you cross into the Midwest.
St. Louis Gateway Arch
On many flight paths, the 630-foot stainless steel monument and the St. Louis skyline are visible along the Mississippi River.
Missouri River Valley
Rich agricultural patterns and the wide floodplains of the Missouri River cutting through the landscape.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun. This side is ideal for spotting the St. Louis Arch if the flight path tracks slightly north. Use binoculars to spot the white peak of the Arch against the city backdrop.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,628 km (1,012 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 10 min
Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Arrival: BNA (36.1245002746582, -86.6781997680664)
Route Type: Domestic
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