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PIT → BNA
Which side of the plane to sit from Pittsburgh International Airport (Pittsburgh) to Nashville International Airport (Nashville)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Ohio River's meandering path and the most iconic angles of the Nashville skyline during the final descent.
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Ohio River Curves
Spectacular views of the massive oxbows and bends of the Ohio River bordering Kentucky.
Daniel Boone National Forest
Deep green expanses of protected wilderness stretching across the southern horizon.
Downtown Nashville
Unbeatable views of the 'Batman Building' and the Cumberland River waterfront on landing.
Old Hickory Lake
Large reservoir on the Cumberland River featuring numerous marinas and luxury lakefront homes.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun. For the best view of the Nashville skyline, choose a seat ahead of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view during the banked turns for landing.
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Aerial view of the Golden Triangle and the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers.
Appalachian Foothills
The rolling, densely forested ridges of the Appalachian Plateau extending into West Virginia.
Kentucky Bluegrass
Geometric patterns of world-class horse farms and emerald pastures near Lexington.
Percy Priest Lake
A sprawling reservoir located just east of Nashville, visible during the final approach.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the Appalachian ridges. During the winter, the leafless trees reveal the dramatic topography of the river valleys more clearly.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 743 km (462 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min
Departure: PIT (40.49150085, -80.23290253)
Arrival: BNA (36.1245002746582, -86.6781997680664)
Route Type: Domestic
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