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DFW → CLE
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (Cleveland)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer interesting views of the American Midwest, the right side provides a superior approach into Cleveland, often featuring clear views of the downtown skyline and the Lake Erie shoreline during the final descent.
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East Texas Piney Woods
The lush, green landscape of East Texas provides a stark contrast to the DFW urban sprawl.
Ohio River Valley
Scenic views of the winding Ohio River as the flight traverses the border of Kentucky and Indiana.
Cincinnati/Dayton Area
Glimpses of Southern Ohio's urban centers and the undulating terrain of the Appalachian foothills.
Cleveland Sports Complex
Excellent views of Progressive Field and Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse during the landing sequence.
Downtown Cleveland
The Terminal Tower and Key Tower are prominently visible as the aircraft aligns for the runway at CLE.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see the Cleveland skyline during arrival. On morning flights, this side will experience direct sunlight, so have your shades ready. During winter, look for the 'lake effect' snow patterns visible over the Ohio landscape as you approach the destination.
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Bird's-eye view of downtown Dallas and the iconic Reunion Tower shortly after takeoff.
The Ozarks
Rolling hills and dense forest canopies of the Ozark Mountains across Arkansas and Missouri.
Mississippi River
A crossing of the massive Mississippi River, often near the convergence with the Missouri River.
Indianapolis Area
Views of the sprawling Indiana capital and potentially the famous Motor Speedway.
Lake Erie Horizon
As the flight descends into Cleveland, the vast expanse of the Great Lake stretches toward the horizon.
The left side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the plains. It also provides a better perspective of the rural-to-urban transition of the Midwest. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes into the flight for the Mississippi River crossing.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,642 km (1,020 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 11 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: CLE (41.4117012024, -81.8498001099)
Route Type: Domestic
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