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DFW → CID
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (Cedar Rapids)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Ozark Plateau and the winding Lake of the Ozarks, plus a high probability of seeing the University of Iowa campus during the final descent into Cedar Rapids.
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Lake Eufaula
Oklahoma's largest lake with its distinctive, deeply indented shoreline.
The Ozarks
The rolling, forested hills of the Ozark Plateau providing a break from the flat plains.
Lake of the Ozarks
Known as the 'Magic Dragon' due to its serpentine shape, often visible to the east.
Iowa City
A clear view of the University of Iowa campus and the Iowa River just before landing.
Sit on the right for the best morning light and to avoid direct glare. As you descend into CID from the south, look out for Kinnick Stadium and the gold-domed Old Capitol in Iowa City. Keep an eye out for the wide Missouri River crossing north of Jefferson City, which marks the transition into the final leg of the flight.
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DFW Metroplex
Expansive views of the Dallas and Fort Worth urban sprawl immediately after takeoff.
Lake Texoma
The massive reservoir on the Red River bordering Texas and Oklahoma is a major landmark.
Plains Patchwork
The distinct geometric patterns of Midwestern agriculture across Oklahoma and Missouri.
Prairie Horizons
Stunning sunset views over the Great Plains on late afternoon or evening departures.
Choose the left side for evening flights to enjoy the sunset. During the winter, the snow-covered fields of northern Missouri and southern Iowa create a striking high-contrast landscape. Look for the wind farms near the Missouri-Iowa border which are particularly visible in clear conditions.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,104 km (686 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: CID (41.88470077514648, -91.71080017089844)
Route Type: Domestic
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