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TPA → BNA
Which side of the plane to sit from Tampa International Airport (Tampa) to Nashville International Airport (Nashville)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the departure over Tampa Bay and the transition from Florida's marshy Nature Coast into the rolling hills and plateaus of Tennessee.
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Tampa Bay Skyline
A stunning view of downtown Tampa, the Port of Tampa, and the Sunshine Skyway Bridge immediately after takeoff.
Nature Coast Springs
Look down to see the intricate networks of the Homosassa and Crystal River spring systems.
Appalachian Foothills
As you cross the Tennessee border, the flat landscape gives way to the verdant ridges of the Cumberland Plateau.
Nashville Skyline
On the final approach, enjoy a clear view of the Cumberland River and the 'Batman Building' in downtown Nashville.
The right side is ideal for sunset flights, offering a beautiful golden hour glow over the Appalachian foothills. Pay close attention during the last 15 minutes of the flight for the best views of the Nashville cityscape.
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Gulf Coastline
Panoramic views of Clearwater Beach and the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico during the initial climb.
Apalachicola Forest
A bird's-eye view of the dense pine canopies and remote wetlands of the Florida Panhandle edge.
Mobile Bay Vistas
Distant glimpses of the industrial shipping lanes and the expansive waters of the Alabama coastline.
Tennessee River Basin
The winding blue curves of the Tennessee River as it snakes through the northern Alabama landscape.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is particularly scenic during the first 20 minutes of flight as you parallel the Florida coast.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 986 km (613 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)
Arrival: BNA (36.1245002746582, -86.6781997680664)
Route Type: Domestic
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