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DFW → FSD
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Joe Foss Field Airport (Sioux Falls)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the sprawling Great Plains, the ancient Wichita Mountains, and the striking oxbows of the Missouri River, while providing the best perspective for sunset flights.
Red River Valley
The distinct reddish-brown silt of the river marking the border between Texas and Oklahoma.
Wichita Mountains
A collection of rugged granite peaks in southwestern Oklahoma rising sharply from the surrounding plains.
High Plains Grids
Intricate geometric patterns of center-pivot irrigation circles across the Kansas and Nebraska landscape.
Platte River
A wide, shallow braided river system that serves as a vital corridor for wildlife through Nebraska.
Missouri River
Dramatic views of the river's winding path as the flight approaches the South Dakota border.
Choose this side for late afternoon or evening flights to experience the sunset over the western horizon. The irrigation circles in Kansas and Nebraska are particularly photogenic with the long shadows cast by the golden hour sun. Watch for the Missouri River approximately 20 minutes before landing in Sioux Falls.
DFW Metroplex
A massive aerial view of the North Texas urban sprawl shortly after takeoff from Dallas.
Heartland Agriculture
An endless patchwork of wheat, corn, and soy fields stretching toward the eastern horizon.
Oklahoma City Skyline
A distant view of the Devon Tower and the urban center of Oklahoma's capital city.
Lewis and Clark Lake
A large reservoir on the Missouri River known for its white chalk cliffs and recreational areas.
This side is preferable for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Passengers can enjoy the transition from the dense urban environment of Dallas to the wide-open rural grids of the Midwest. Look for the various lakes and reservoirs dotting the Oklahoma-Texas border area shortly after takeoff.
Distance: 1,188 km (738 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: FSD (43.5820007324, -96.741897583)
Route Type: Domestic
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