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CID → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from The Eastern Iowa Airport (Cedar Rapids) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most diverse scenery, including the intricate shorelines of the Lake of the Ozarks and a chance to spot the Dallas skyline during the final approach into DFW.
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Cedar River
View the winding river that defines the landscape of Cedar Rapids immediately after takeoff.
Lake of the Ozarks
Spot the famous 'Serpentine' shape of this massive Missouri reservoir midway through the flight.
Ouachita Mountains
Aerial views of the rugged, forested ridges of the western Ouachita range near the Oklahoma border.
Dallas Skyline
On south-flow approaches, catch a glimpse of the Reunion Tower and the downtown Dallas high-rises.
Choose the left side for morning flights to catch the sunrise over the Midwest, though be mindful of the glare. Watch for the Lake of the Ozarks approximately 35 minutes after departure; its unique branching shape is unmistakable from 30,000 feet.
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Iowa Mosaic
The geometric perfection of Iowa's agricultural grid creates a stunning patchwork quilt effect below.
Flint Hills
The rolling tallgrass prairie ecosystem of eastern Kansas and western Missouri offers a softer, wave-like terrain.
Lewisville Lake
A massive blue landmark that signals you have entered the North Texas region.
DFW Terminal Complex
Get a bird's-eye view of the massive five-terminal layout and the sprawling airfield during taxiing or final descent.
The right side is the 'sunset side' for late afternoon or evening flights. It offers excellent views of the North Texas lake system, including Grapevine Lake, which sits directly adjacent to the airport. It's often quieter for sleeping as it avoids the direct morning sun.
Book Hotels in Dallas-Fort WorthDistance: 1,104 km (686 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: CID (41.88470077514648, -91.71080017089844)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: Domestic
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