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Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Nashville International (BNA) to Seattle Tacoma International (SEA)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Nashville to Seattle. The right side wins due to the Nashville river/skyline glimpse at takeoff and, more importantly, the dramatic Cascade Range and Mount Rainier view on approach into Seattle, which the left side cannot match.

What can I see during takeoff from Nashville International in Nashville?

During takeoff from Nashville International (BNA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing BNA to the northwest, the right side offers glimpses of the Cumberland River winding through downtown Nashville before the route heads over rolling Tennessee hills. The left side faces mostly flat farmland with less visual interest. Notable sights include: Cumberland River, downtown Nashville skyline, Percy Priest Lake.

What can I see when landing at Seattle Tacoma International in Seattle?

When landing at Seattle Tacoma International (SEA), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into SEA from the east, the right side reveals the snow-capped Cascade Range and Mount Rainier's distinctive volcanic cone before descending toward Puget Sound. The left side mostly shows the Seattle suburbs with less dramatic terrain. Notable sights include: Mount Rainier, Cascade Range, Puget Sound, Lake Washington.

How long is the flight from Nashville to Seattle?

The flight from Nashville International (BNA) to Seattle Tacoma International (SEA) takes 3h 45m.

What does the Nashville to Seattle flight path pass over?

Missouri River valley, Great Plains of Nebraska and South Dakota, Black Hills, and the eastern edge of the Rocky Mountains in Montana