About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) to Nashville International (BNA)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Toronto to Nashville. The left side delivers the more dramatic takeoff view with Toronto's skyline and Lake Ontario, and during the cruise the left side tracks closer to Lake Erie's northern shoreline and offers glimpses of the Ohio and Kentucky terrain. The right-side landing view at Nashville is good but slightly less dramatic than the Toronto departure.
What can I see during takeoff from Lester B Pearson International in Toronto?
During takeoff from Lester B Pearson International (YYZ), sit on the Left side for the best views. YYZ typically departs south or southwest on runways 23/24, meaning a left-side seat looks southeast over downtown Toronto and Lake Ontario. You get a clear view of the Toronto skyline including the CN Tower, and the broad blue expanse of Lake Ontario stretching to the horizon. Notable sights include: CN Tower and downtown Toronto skyline, Lake Ontario shoreline, Toronto Islands, Hamilton Harbour to the southwest.
What can I see when landing at Nashville International in Nashville?
When landing at Nashville International (BNA), sit on the Right side for the best views. BNA typically lands from the northeast on runway 02R/02L heading south, so right-side seats look west over downtown Nashville and the Cumberland River as you descend. The Nashville skyline and the distinctive bend of the Cumberland River are clearly visible on approach. Notable sights include: Downtown Nashville skyline, Cumberland River bend through the city, Nissan Stadium on the east bank, Percy Priest Lake to the southeast.
How long is the flight from Toronto to Nashville?
The flight from Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) to Nashville International (BNA) takes Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours.
What does the Toronto to Nashville flight path pass over?
The flight crosses Lake Erie's western basin near Cleveland, then tracks over southern Ohio and central Kentucky. Expect views of the rolling Appalachian foothills transitioning to the Kentucky Bluegrass region, the Ohio River valley near Cincinnati, and the gently dissected plateau terrain of central Tennessee as you descend toward Nashville.