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DFW → IND
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Indianapolis International Airport (Indianapolis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior departure view of the Dallas skyline and a prime approach angle for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and downtown Indy.
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Dallas Skyline
Spectacular views of downtown Dallas, featuring the Reunion Tower and Bank of America Plaza upon departure.
Mississippi Confluence
Dramatic views of the winding river systems and floodplains of the central United States.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
The iconic 2.5-mile oval 'Brickyard' is often visible on the descent into Indianapolis.
Downtown Indianapolis
Clear views of the Soldiers & Sailors Monument and the Lucas Oil Stadium during the final approach.
Morning Sun
On early flights, witness a beautiful sunrise over the horizon as you head northeast.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. During night flights, the right side captures the dense lighting of both the Dallas and Indianapolis urban cores more effectively.
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Bird's-eye view of the sprawling northern suburbs including Plano and Frisco shortly after takeoff.
Ozark Mountains
Rolling hills and dense forest canopies of the Ozark Plateau across Missouri and Arkansas.
Mississippi River
A crossing of the mighty Mississippi River, often near the Missouri-Illinois border.
Midwestern Grids
Perfectly geometric agricultural patterns and small rural towns across the Illinois plains.
For afternoon flights, the left side provides excellent lighting for photos without direct sun glare. Watch for the St. Louis Gateway Arch in the far distance if the flight path tracks slightly north.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,224 km (761 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: IND (39.7173, -86.294403)
Route Type: Domestic
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