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DFW → LAX
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side (North) offers a more diverse array of geological landmarks including the Meteor Crater and a superior view of the Los Angeles skyline during the standard arrival sequence.
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Palo Duro Canyon
The 'Grand Canyon of Texas' featuring vibrant red rock formations and deep canyons near Amarillo.
Sandia Mountains
The rugged granite peaks bordering Albuquerque and the winding Rio Grande river.
Meteor Crater
A near-perfectly preserved impact site visible as a massive bowl in the Arizona desert floor.
Grand Canyon
On clear days, the northern horizon reveals the deep cuts and scale of the Grand Canyon's South Rim.
Downtown Los Angeles
A premier view of the LA skyline and the Hollywood Sign during the standard 'Downwind' arrival.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights to avoid the glare of the southern sun. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes before landing for Meteor Crater. During the final 10 minutes, the right side provides the iconic view of the skyscrapers in Downtown LA and the Griffith Observatory.
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West Texas Wind Farms
Massive arrays of thousands of wind turbines stretching across the flat plains near Sweetwater.
White Sands
The shimmering white gypsum dunes of New Mexico are often visible on the southern horizon.
Salton Sea
A vast, reflective inland lake in the California desert that appears strikingly blue from altitude.
Palm Springs Oasis
The distinct green grid of the Coachella Valley contrasting against the arid desert mountains.
Mount San Jacinto
A dramatic 10,834-foot peak that the flight passes closely as it enters the LA Basin.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side offers better views of the San Jacinto mountains and the desert resorts of Palm Springs. During the final descent, look for the Pacific coastline if the plane loops over the ocean to land heading east.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,983 km (1,232 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 39 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Route Type: Domestic
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