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CMH → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (Columbus) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the Mississippi River crossing and better views of the North Texas lakes during the descent into DFW.
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The Mississippi River
The massive, meandering waterway serves as a major landmark near the flight's midpoint.
Arkansas River Valley
Scenic views of the river as it cuts through the landscape toward Little Rock.
Lake Lewisville
A massive reservoir north of DFW that signals the final stages of the descent.
Fort Worth Skyline
Views of the 'Cowtown' skyscrapers and the historic Stockyards district during arrival.
Indianapolis Views
Distant views of the Indiana state capital depending on the specific flight corridor used.
The right side is spectacular for late afternoon flights as you can watch the sunset over the Texas plains. Keep your camera ready about 60-70 minutes into the flight for the Mississippi River crossing, which is the geographic highlight of this route.
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Cincinnati Metro
Aerial views of the Queen City and the winding Ohio River shortly after takeoff.
Ozark National Forest
Densely forested rolling hills and rugged terrain throughout northern Arkansas.
Dallas Skyline
The iconic skyscrapers of downtown Dallas, including Reunion Tower, often visible on southern approaches.
Midwestern Patchwork
Distinctive geometric patterns of agricultural fields across Ohio and Indiana.
Choose the left side for morning departures to keep the sun behind you. This side is also preferred if the airport is landing in a 'South Flow' configuration, as it often provides a direct view of the Dallas city center during the base leg of the approach.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,489 km (925 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 59 min
Departure: CMH (39.998001, -82.891899)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: Domestic
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