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DFW → GJT
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Grand Junction Regional Airport (Grand Junction)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the most iconic Colorado features, including the high peaks of the Sawatch Range and an unparalleled look at the Grand Mesa during the final descent into Grand Junction.
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Spanish Peaks
Two prominent igneous landmarks that served as guides for early travelers on the Santa Fe Trail.
Collegiate Peaks
A dense cluster of 14,000-foot mountains including Mount Harvard and Mount Yale in the Sawatch Range.
Grand Mesa
The largest flat-topped mountain in the world, stretching for miles with hundreds of high-altitude lakes.
Book Cliffs
The massive sedimentary escarpment that defines the northern border of the Grand Valley.
Downtown Grand Junction
The confluence of the Colorado and Gunnison Rivers marks the heart of the city during the final approach.
The right side is essential for seeing the Grand Mesa, which is the highlight of the descent into Grand Junction. For the best experience, book a flight arriving in the late afternoon when the low sun angle emphasizes the textures of the Book Cliffs and the massive vertical drop-offs of the Mesa.
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Capulin Volcano
An extinct cinder cone volcano in northeastern New Mexico rising sharply from the high plains.
San Juan Mountains
The rugged and jagged peaks of southwestern Colorado, often snow-capped well into the early summer.
Blue Mesa Reservoir
The vibrant blue waters of Colorado's largest lake, nestled within the Gunnison River basin.
Uncompahgre Plateau
A massive uplifted wilderness area characterized by deep canyons and dense evergreen forests.
Colorado National Monument
Dramatic red rock canyons and towering monoliths visible just south of the Grand Junction area.
Choose a window seat behind the wing to capture the contrast between the flat Texas plains and the sudden rise of the Rocky Mountains. On the approach to GJT, look for the deep red hues of the canyons south of the city. Morning flights provide excellent front-lighting for the San Juan peaks.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,242 km (772 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: GJT (39.1223983765, -108.527000427)
Route Type: Domestic
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