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CHA → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from Lovell Field (Chattanooga) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the Mississippi River crossing and the expansive Dallas skyline during the standard approach into DFW.
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Tennessee River
Sweeping views of the river's loops immediately after takeoff from Chattanooga.
Bankhead National Forest
Vast stretches of dense hardwood forests throughout northern Alabama.
Mississippi Delta
The dramatic transition into the flat, fertile agricultural landscape of the Delta region.
Mississippi River
A major crossing point showing the massive scale of North America's primary waterway.
Dallas Skyline
Spectacular views of the Reunion Tower and downtown skyscrapers when approaching from the east or south.
Choose this side for morning departures to avoid direct southern sun glare. Watch for the dramatic change from the Appalachian foothills to the flat Mississippi floodplains. If landing on the south-facing runways, this side provides the most direct view of the Dallas urban core.
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Cumberland Plateau
Rugged, elevated terrain and deep gorges just west of the Tennessee valley.
Huntsville Metro
Visible aerospace infrastructure and urban layout in northern Alabama.
Ouachita National Forest
Distinctive east-west mountain ridges and valleys in western Arkansas.
Arkansas River
Winding path through central Arkansas near the Little Rock area.
Lake Lewisville
A massive reservoir marking the final stages of the descent into the DFW metroplex.
Excellent for viewing the unique geology of the Ouachita Mountains. During sunset flights, the landscape is bathed in a golden glow, highlighting the reservoirs of North Texas. Keep an eye out for the winding Arkansas River valley mid-flight.
Book Hotels in Dallas-Fort WorthDistance: 1,116 km (693 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: CHA (35.03530120849609, -85.20379638671875)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: Domestic
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