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BHM → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (Birmingham) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the winding Mississippi River loops and the large reservoirs of North Texas, while benefiting from less direct sun glare on westbound flights.
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Black Warrior River
Scenic meandering river system in western Alabama shortly after departure from BHM.
Mississippi Delta
The vast, flat, and highly geometric agricultural landscape of the Delta region.
Caddo Lake
A unique, cypress-filled labyrinthine lake straddling the border of Louisiana and Texas.
Lake Tawakoni
One of Texas's largest reservoirs, easily identifiable by its sprawling shoreline.
North Dallas Suburbs
Views of the massive Frisco and Plano developments, including The Star (Cowboys HQ) on descent.
Choose the right side for morning flights to enjoy the scenery without the glare. Keep your eyes peeled about 45 minutes into the flight for the Mississippi River crossing, which is the visual highlight of the route. During DFW's frequent south-flow landings, this side offers the best view of the sprawling North Texas suburbs.
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Downtown Birmingham
Aerial view of the Magic City and the historic Sloss Furnaces immediately after takeoff.
Vicksburg National Military Park
The historic site and the bridge crossing the Mississippi River at the city of Vicksburg.
Barksdale Air Force Base
Massive runways and B-52 bombers often visible on the tarmac in Bossier City, Louisiana.
East Texas Piney Woods
A dense green carpet of loblolly pines stretching across the Texas-Louisiana border.
Dallas Skyline
Excellent views of the Reunion Tower and the iconic Dallas skyscrapers when landing on the western runways.
The left side provides a great view of Barksdale AFB near Shreveport. However, on morning or afternoon flights, the southern exposure means you will likely have the sun shining directly into your window for the majority of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 959 km (596 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: BHM (33.56290054, -86.75350189)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: Domestic
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