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DTW → BNA
Which side of the plane to sit from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit) to Nashville International Airport (Nashville)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the best views of the Ohio River valley and the rolling hills of the Kentucky Bluegrass region.
Lake Erie Shoreline
Glimpse the western edge of Lake Erie and the Monroe coastline shortly after takeoff from Detroit.
Toledo Skyline
View the industrial port and downtown area of Toledo as you cross the Michigan-Ohio border.
Ohio River Crossing
A scenic crossing of the wide Ohio River near the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky metro area.
Kentucky Bluegrass
Look for the distinct patterns of white-fenced horse farms and lush pastures in central Kentucky.
Cumberland River
The river snakes through the landscape as the flight begins its final descent into the Nashville basin.
Morning flights provide the best lighting for the Kentucky countryside. Look for the Percy Priest Lake on the final approach if landing from the north.
Detroit Industry
See the massive manufacturing plants and urban sprawl surrounding Detroit Metro Airport.
Midwest Patchwork
Vast stretches of agricultural land across western Ohio and eastern Indiana create a geometric quilt.
Louisville Skyline
Potential views of downtown Louisville and the Falls of the Ohio depending on the specific flight corridor.
Knobs Region
Observe the unique conical hills and dense forests of Kentucky's Knobs region west of the flight path.
Nashville Skyline
Catch a glimpse of the 'Batman Building' and downtown Nashville during the landing sequence.
Evening flights offer beautiful sunset views over the Midwestern horizon. Choose a seat away from the wing to see the transition from flat plains to rolling hills.
Distance: 735 km (457 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min
Departure: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Arrival: BNA (36.1245002746582, -86.6781997680664)
Route Type: Domestic
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