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DFW → CMI
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to University of Illinois Willard Airport (Champaign)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides iconic views of the Dallas skyline, the massive Mississippi River, and the University of Illinois campus upon arrival.
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Dallas Skyline
The gleaming skyscrapers and Reunion Tower of downtown Dallas shortly after takeoff.
Ouachita National Forest
Ancient mountain ridges and dense greenery in eastern Oklahoma and western Arkansas.
Mississippi River
A breathtaking aerial crossing of North America's largest river system near St. Louis.
Gateway Arch
The iconic silver monument of St. Louis often visible in the distance during the mid-flight segment.
Memorial Stadium
The historic home of the Fighting Illini football team visible during the descent into CMI.
The right side is premier for spotting specific landmarks. Sit here during late afternoon flights to catch the sunset reflecting off the Mississippi River. As the plane approaches CMI from the south or west, the right side usually provides the best view of the University of Illinois campus and the State Farm Center dome.
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Lake Texoma
A massive reservoir and popular recreation area spanning the border of Texas and Oklahoma.
Ozark Mountains
A beautiful stretch of forested plateaus and rolling hills across southern Missouri.
Springfield Metro
The urban landscape and suburbs of southern Missouri's largest city visible from altitude.
Illinois Farmland
The geometric precision and vibrant colors of the Midwestern corn and soybean belt.
This side is ideal for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. You will get a more consistent view of the rugged Ozark terrain. During the final descent, look for the flatter, gridded landscape that defines Central Illinois.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,114 km (692 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: CMI (40.03919983, -88.27809906)
Route Type: Domestic
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