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DFW → BMI
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal (Bloomington)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the iconic St. Louis skyline, including the Gateway Arch, as well as the transition from the dense Ozark forests to the sprawling Illinois prairies.
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Mark Twain National Forest
Expansive stretches of deep green timberland covering the rolling hills of southern Missouri.
St. Louis Skyline
Aerial views of the Gateway Arch and the downtown metropolitan area as you approach the Illinois border.
Mississippi River
The mighty river crossing that marks the boundary between Missouri and Illinois.
Central Illinois Prairies
Vast, geometric agricultural grids that define the landscape leading into Bloomington-Normal.
Sit on the right side for the most iconic views of the Gateway Arch. Morning flights provide excellent front-lighting on the St. Louis cityscape. During the fall, the Mark Twain National Forest displays vibrant autumn colors that are best viewed from this side of the aircraft.
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Lake Texoma
One of the largest reservoirs in the United States, spanning the Texas-Oklahoma border.
Lake of the Ozarks
A massive, winding reservoir in central Missouri often called the 'Magic Dragon' for its shape.
Jefferson City
The capital of Missouri situated along the southern banks of the Missouri River.
Missouri River
A major waterway that snakes through the central United States, visible before entering Illinois.
Select a window seat on this side for sunset flights to enjoy the golden hour over the plains. Look for the distinct shoreline of Lake of the Ozarks roughly 45-50 minutes into the flight. In winter, the frozen river patterns are particularly striking from this altitude.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,110 km (690 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: BMI (40.47710037, -88.91590118)
Route Type: Domestic
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