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BTR → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (Baton Rouge) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a direct look at the Baton Rouge skyline upon departure and provides excellent views of Shreveport and the North Texas lake system during the DFW approach.
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Baton Rouge Skyline
Spot the Louisiana State Capitol and the LSU campus shortly after takeoff as the plane turns west.
Red River Valley
Observe the distinct red-tinted waters of the river as you fly over the Shreveport-Bossier City area.
Shreveport/Bossier City
Clear views of the riverfront casinos and the downtown urban core mid-way through the flight.
Grapevine Lake
A prominent landmark on the northern edge of DFW airport, often seen during the final descent.
Sit on the right side for morning departures to keep the sun behind you, providing better lighting for photos of the Louisiana landscape and the DFW metroplex.
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Mississippi River
Catch the dramatic winding loops of the river immediately after wheels up from BTR.
Atchafalaya Basin
View the massive expanse of the nation's largest river swamp, characterized by dense forest and bayous.
Dallas Skyline
On south-to-north landing patterns, the skyscrapers of downtown Dallas are visible to the west.
Choose the left side for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Texas horizon, though be prepared for some glare during the final approach phase.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 616 km (383 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 2 min
Departure: BTR (30.533199, -91.149597)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: Domestic
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