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SAT → BNA
Which side of the plane to sit from San Antonio International Airport (San Antonio) to Nashville International Airport (Nashville)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the Texas brush to the lush Mississippi Delta and the intricate river systems of the American Southeast.
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East Texas Piney Woods
The shift from central Texas shrubland to the dense, lush coniferous forests near the Louisiana border.
Mississippi River Bends
Spectacular views of the mighty river's massive meanders and barge traffic near the Tennessee border.
The Mississippi Delta
The expansive, geometric agricultural patchwork of one of the world's most fertile alluvial plains.
Tennessee River
Wide stretches of water and reservoirs visible during the initial descent into the Nashville area.
Nashville Basin
The final approach reveals the rolling green hills and suburban sprawl of the 'Music City' region.
Highly recommended for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset reflecting off the Mississippi and Tennessee Rivers. Ensure you are seated away from the wing to fully appreciate the massive scale of the river bends. On clear days, you can spot the convergence of multiple state lines in the delta region.
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Austin Skyline
Look north-northwest shortly after departure to spot the Texas State Capitol and the expanding downtown area.
Ouachita National Forest
The unique east-west trending ridges and valleys of the Ouachita Mountains in Western Arkansas.
Memphis & FedExForum
A clear view of the 'Bluff City' skyline and the iconic pyramid along the Mississippi riverbank.
Little Rock View
The Arkansas state capital and its riverfront parks are frequently visible during the mid-flight segment.
I-40 Corridor
Follow the main transportation artery of the South as it cuts through the rolling Arkansas landscape.
This side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct solar glare. It offers better views of the Memphis city center and the edge of the Ozark Plateau. Watch for the sharp contrast in terrain as the Texas hills transition into the forested ridges of Arkansas.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,322 km (821 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 46 min
Departure: SAT (29.533700942993164, -98.46980285644533)
Arrival: BNA (36.1245002746582, -86.6781997680664)
Route Type: Domestic
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