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DFW → CUU
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport (Chihuahua)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side typically offers a more dramatic perspective of the Rio Grande corridor and the rugged landscapes of the Big Bend region, along with better views of the Dallas skyline during departure.
Dallas Skyline
Aerial views of the Trinity River and the iconic Reunion Tower as the plane climbs south out of DFW.
Edwards Plateau
The rugged limestone terrain of the Texas Hill Country transition zone, characterized by deep ravines.
Rio Grande Confluence
Watch for the striking point where the green Rio Conchos flows into the Rio Grande at the border.
Sierras de Chihuahua
The jagged peaks of the eastern Sierra Madre range as the aircraft begins its descent into Mexican airspace.
Chihuahuan Desert
Expansive vistas of one of North America's most biologically diverse deserts, featuring unique salt flats.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the desert landscape. Look for the 'Green Ribbon' of the Rio Grande valley which stands out sharply against the brown desert floor. If the flight path takes a southerly departure, you will have a front-row seat to the Dallas CBD high-rises.
Fort Worth Metro
Clear views of the 'City of Cowboys and Culture' and the sprawling suburban growth of Tarrant County.
Permian Basin Edge
Vast networks of oil pads and service roads creating a grid-like pattern across the West Texas scrubland.
Wind Farm Clusters
Thousands of white wind turbines spinning on the high mesas near the Trans-Pecos region.
Chepe Rail Route
Spot the start of the famous Chihuahua-Pacific railway tracks leading out of the city toward the canyons.
Chihuahua City Approach
The urban sprawl of Chihuahua nestled between volcanic hills, including the prominent Cerro Coronel.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep your eyes peeled for the massive Davis Mountains in the distance over West Texas. During the final approach into CUU, the right side often gets a better view of the downtown cathedral and historic center if the wind is from the north.
Distance: 971 km (603 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: CUU (28.702899932900003, -105.964996338)
Route Type: International
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