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DFW → CVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (Cincinnati)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a more diverse landscape featuring major river crossings, the Arkansas capital, and the iconic approach over the Ohio River into the Cincinnati region.
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Little Rock Skyline
The capital of Arkansas and the winding Arkansas River cutting through the city center.
Mississippi Delta
Vast agricultural plains and the wide, muddy bends of the lower Mississippi River valley.
Land Between the Lakes
The massive twin reservoirs of Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley near the Tennessee-Kentucky border.
Ohio River Valley
Scenic final descent views of the river that forms the border between Kentucky and Ohio.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights to avoid harsh glare. During the final 20 minutes, watch for the massive Kentucky Lake and the winding Ohio River as you descend into CVG. If landing to the south, this side provides the best view of the Northern Kentucky hills and suburban Cincinnati.
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Lewisville Lake
A massive reservoir just north of DFW visible shortly after takeoff during northbound departures.
Ozark National Forest
Rolling green ridges and rugged terrain of the Arkansas highlands appearing mid-flight.
Mississippi Confluence
The distinct point where the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers meet near Cairo, Illinois, often visible in the distance.
Midwestern Grid
The transition into the geometric patterns of the Southern Illinois and Indiana agricultural heartland.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the Ozarks illuminated. Look out roughly 45 minutes after takeoff for the rugged terrain of Arkansas. This side is also excellent for spotting the unique V-shape where the major rivers join if the flight path stays northern.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,305 km (811 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 44 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: CVG (39.0488014221, -84.6678009033)
Route Type: Domestic
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