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PHX → BNA
Which side of the plane to sit from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (Phoenix) to Nashville International Airport (Nashville)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Mogollon Rim in Arizona and the transition into the Ozark Mountains. On eastbound flights, sitting on the left also prevents direct sun glare, providing clearer views of the changing landscapes from desert to lush forest.
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Mogollon Rim
A massive 2,000-foot escarpment marking the edge of the Colorado Plateau shortly after takeoff.
Sangre de Cristo Range
The southernmost subrange of the Rockies visible as the plane crosses into New Mexico.
Palo Duro Canyon
Known as the Grand Canyon of Texas, this colorful geological feature is visible near Amarillo.
Ozark National Forest
Dense, rolling hills of the Ozark Plateau providing deep green vistas across northern Arkansas.
Nashville Skyline
On many approaches to BNA, the left side provides views of the iconic 'Batman Building' and downtown.
Sit on the left to avoid the harsh southern sun during the majority of the flight. For the best photography of the Arizona desert features, look out the window within the first 20 minutes. As you approach Nashville, keep an eye out for the Cumberland River winding through the city.
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Superstition Mountains
Legendary volcanic peaks just east of Phoenix visible during the initial ascent.
Gila National Forest
Rugged wilderness and deep canyons located in southwestern New Mexico.
Texas Caprock
The dramatic transition from the high plains to the lower rolling plains in North Texas.
Ouachita Mountains
Distinctive east-west trending ridges that characterize the landscape of southern Arkansas.
Mississippi River
The massive, meandering waterway that marks the border between Arkansas and Tennessee.
Expect significant glare on this side during midday and afternoon flights. The crossing of the Mississippi River is the highlight of the second half of the trip; look for the wide floodplains and barge traffic. During the winter, the Ouachita ridges are particularly well-defined by snow or lack of foliage.
Book Hotels in NashvilleDistance: 2,326 km (1,445 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 6 min
Departure: PHX (33.43429946899414, -112.01200103759766)
Arrival: BNA (36.1245002746582, -86.6781997680664)
Route Type: Domestic
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