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BMI → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal (Bloomington) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior as it typically offers a better angle for viewing the St. Louis skyline and the Gateway Arch shortly after takeoff, followed by the most scenic portions of the Ozark Plateau and the large reservoirs of North Texas.
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St. Louis Skyline
The Gateway Arch and downtown St. Louis are often visible as the flight path passes the Missouri river confluence.
Table Rock Lake
A massive, winding reservoir in the Ozarks known for its clear water and rugged shoreline near the Branson area.
Boston Mountains
The most elevated and rugged section of the Ozark Mountains featuring steep valleys and high ridges.
North Dallas Sprawl
The impressive scale of suburban development in Frisco and Plano, visible as the plane begins its final descent.
Grapevine Lake
A beautiful view of this large reservoir located immediately to the north of the DFW airport grounds.
The right side offers the best lighting for afternoon flights. Watch the window approximately 20-25 minutes after takeoff for a potential view of the St. Louis waterfront. During the final 10 minutes of the flight, this side provides the best view of the rapidly growing North Texas suburbs and the final approach over Grapevine Lake.
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Illinois Prairie
A patchwork of perfectly geometric farmlands extending across Central Illinois immediately after departure.
Mississippi River
The wide crossing point south of St. Louis where the river serves as the state border between Illinois and Missouri.
Ozark National Forest
Deep green rolling hills and dense canopy cover throughout the Arkansas segment of the flight.
Red River Border
The characteristic reddish-brown waters of the river that marks the geographic boundary between Oklahoma and Texas.
Dallas Skyline
Distant but clear views of the Reunion Tower and downtown skyscrapers during the southern approach into DFW.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep an eye out approximately 20 minutes before landing for the distinct meanders of the Red River, which indicates you have officially entered Texas airspace.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,110 km (690 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: BMI (40.47710037, -88.91590118)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: Domestic
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