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DFW → FAR
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Hector International Airport (Fargo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers superior views of major Midwestern metropolitan areas including Oklahoma City and Omaha, along with winding views of the Missouri River and the fertile Red River Valley during the final approach.
DFW Metroplex
Sweeping views of the Dallas and Fort Worth urban sprawl immediately after departure from the north-facing runways.
Oklahoma City Skyline
The prominent Devon Tower and the urban core of Oklahoma's capital city are often visible shortly after crossing the Red River.
Missouri River Bends
The winding path of the Missouri River near the Nebraska-Iowa border provides a sharp contrast to the surrounding plains.
Omaha and Lincoln
The eastern Nebraska population centers provide clear landmarks during the mid-section of the flight.
Red River Valley
One of the flattest places on Earth, the descent into Fargo offers views of some of the world's most fertile topsoil.
The right side is best for evening flights to catch the 'golden hour' light reflecting off the winding rivers and city skylines. On approach to Fargo, watch for the distinct north-south orientation of the Red River which marks the border between North Dakota and Minnesota.
Great Plains Patchwork
Infinite geometric patterns of Kansas and Oklahoma farmland, showcasing the center-pivot irrigation circles.
Nebraska Sandhills
A glimpse into the unique, undulating grass-stabilized sand dunes of north-central Nebraska.
Lake Oahe
Large reservoirs on the Missouri River system visible as the flight traverses South Dakota.
Western Horizon
Dramatic sunsets over the flat plains if flying during the evening hours.
Sit on the left side during morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the rising sun. This side is ideal for photographers interested in the abstract patterns of American agriculture and the subtle topographical shifts of the Sandhills.
Distance: 1,559 km (969 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 5 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: FAR (46.92070007324219, -96.81580352783205)
Route Type: Domestic
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