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NAS → DTW
Which side of the plane to sit from Lynden Pindling International Airport (Nassau) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a more dramatic entry into the Great Lakes region, featuring panoramic views of Lake Erie and the iconic Detroit city skyline on the final approach.
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Cable Beach
Clear views of Nassau's western coastline and the famous turquoise shallows upon departure.
Florida Coastline
Distant views of the Miami and Fort Lauderdale skylines if the flight path follows the U.S. East Coast.
Appalachian Mountains
Scenic vistas of the rolling Blue Ridge Mountains and dense forest canopies as you head north.
Lake Erie
An expansive view of the western basin of Lake Erie as the aircraft begins its descent.
Detroit Skyline
Excellent views of the Renaissance Center and the downtown Detroit cluster during standard landing patterns.
For afternoon flights, the left side will face the sun, so keep your window shade partially closed to avoid glare until the descent. This side is superior for seeing the city of Detroit itself when landing on runways 21 or 22. Watch for the stark transition from the blue Caribbean to the deep green of the Carolinas.
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Paradise Island
A bird's-eye view of the Atlantis resort and the narrow cays stretching east from Nassau.
The Abacos
Beautiful views of the northern Bahamian island chains and their intricate coral reef systems.
Outer Banks
If the flight path stays offshore, you can see the thin, sandy ribbon of the North Carolina barrier islands.
Detroit River
Views of the international waterway and the industrial shipping lanes between the US and Canada.
Windsor, Ontario
A clear view of the Canadian border city and the southern perspective of the Detroit-Windsor crossing.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. It offers the best views of the Bahamian island chains immediately after takeoff. As you approach Detroit, look for large lake freighters navigating the Detroit River. This side is also better for seeing the Canadian side of the border during the final approach phase.
Book Hotels in DetroitDistance: 1,985 km (1,233 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 39 min
Departure: NAS (25.0389995575, -77.46620178219999)
Arrival: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Route Type: International
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