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DFW → JAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (Jackson)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the historic Mississippi River crossing at Vicksburg and the sprawling East Texas landscapes before reaching Jackson.
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Fort Worth Skyline
Distant view of the Fort Worth central business district shortly after takeoff.
Cedar Creek Reservoir
A long, narrow recreation lake south of the flight path in Henderson County.
Mississippi River
The dramatic crossing near Vicksburg, featuring historic bridges and wide river bends.
Downtown Jackson
Aerial view of the Mississippi State Capitol and the city center during the final descent.
The highlight is the Mississippi River; look for the bridge at Vicksburg approximately 10-15 minutes before landing. Seats on the right help avoid direct southern sun glare during the midday transit.
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Dallas Suburbs
The sprawling residential grids of Plano and Garland immediately after departure from DFW.
Lake Tawakoni
A massive reservoir in East Texas known for its jagged shoreline and vast surface area.
East Texas Forests
Dense clusters of the Piney Woods ecoregion as the flight crosses into Louisiana.
Ross Barnett Reservoir
Visible just north of Jackson during the final approach phase if landing from the north.
Sit on the left for the best views of the North Texas lake system. If landing to the south at JAN, the Ross Barnett Reservoir will be clearly visible just before touchdown. Morning flights are best for soft lighting over the lakes.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 655 km (407 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: JAN (32.3111991882, -90.0758972168)
Route Type: Domestic
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