Which side to sit on from Boston to Nashville?
Sit on the left side flying Boston (BOS) to Nashville (BNA). It has the better view on 11 of 12 daily flights, with NYC, Newark and Philadelphia.
By time of day
| Departs | Side | Agree | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Left | 3 of 4 flights | New York City, Newark, Providence |
| Afternoon | Left | 4 of 4 flights | New York City, Cape Ann, Providence |
| Evening | Left | 4 of 4 flights | New York City, Newark, Providence |
What you'll see
- Providence on the left, 10 min after takeoff
- NYC on the left, 30 min after takeoff
- Newark on the left, 31 min after takeoff
- Philadelphia on the left, 39 min after takeoff
- Baltimore on the left, 49 min after takeoff
- DC on the left, 54 min after takeoff
- Mammoth Cave NP on the right, 109 min after takeoff
Based on 12 daily nonstop flights and the real paths they flew in the last 10 days. No clouds: within 3 days of departure, pick your exact flight for the cloud forecast.
Questions
Which side is best for the sunset from Boston to Nashville?
Either side. This flight heads west, so the sunset is ahead of you. Open your exact flight in Window Seat for its sun and glare.
Is the left side of the plane seat A?
Yes. On almost every airline, seat A is the left window when you face the front. The right window is the highest letter in the row, usually F, K or L.
Does the best side change by flight?
It can. The left side is usual for this route, but the time of day moves the sun and glare. Pick your exact flight for its own answer, with the cloud forecast within 3 days.
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Questions
Is the left side of the plane seat A?
Yes. On almost every airline, seat A is the left window when you face the front. The right window is the highest letter in the row, usually F, K or L.
Which side is best for the sunset?
It depends on your direction and the time. Flying west in the evening, the sunset is ahead of you, so either side works. Flying north, it's on the left. Window Seat works it out for your exact flight.
Which side do I sit on to see Mount Rainier?
Flying south out of Seattle, the left. Flying into Seattle from the south, usually the right. See Seattle to Los Angeles.
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