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CLE → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (Cleveland) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is generally preferred for this route as it offers the best perspective of the Ohio River crossings, the Mississippi River, and most importantly, the Dallas skyline during the standard approach into DFW.
Ohio River Meanders
Aerial view of the winding river forming the natural border between Ohio and Kentucky near Cincinnati.
Kentucky Bluegrass
Rolling limestone hills and horse farm country of central Kentucky visible shortly after departure.
Mississippi River
A major crossing over the massive waterway, typically near the convergence of the Arkansas and Mississippi rivers.
Little Rock Skyline
The capital of Arkansas is often visible as the plane tracks across the south-central United States.
Downtown Dallas
On the standard 'STAR' arrival into DFW from the northeast, the iconic Dallas skyline appears prominently on the left.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh afternoon glare. This side is ideal for spotting the Dallas Reunion Tower during the descent. If flying at night, the urban sprawl of Dallas-Fort Worth provides a stunning light display on this side.
Lake Erie Shoreline
Immediate views of the Lake Erie coast and Cleveland's western suburbs depending on the departure runway.
Ozark Plateau
Rugged, densely forested hills and deep valleys of the Ozark Mountains across southern Missouri and northern Arkansas.
Arkansas River Valley
Views of the wide river valley as it cuts through the highlands near the Oklahoma border.
Red River Border
The distinct red-clay banks of the river that marks the state line between Oklahoma and Texas.
Fort Worth Views
During specific landing patterns, the Fort Worth Stockyards and downtown Fort Worth are visible before touchdown.
The right side is best for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography of the Ozarks. It offers a more natural, geographic perspective compared to the urban focus of the left side. Look for the distinct color change in the earth as you cross into the Texas plains.
Distance: 1,642 km (1,020 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 11 min
Departure: CLE (41.4117012024, -81.8498001099)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: Domestic
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