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DFW → MEM
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Memphis International Airport (Memphis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of major water bodies including Lake Ray Hubbard and Wright Patman Lake, followed by a dramatic crossing of the Mississippi River and the Memphis skyline upon descent.
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Lake Ray Hubbard
A massive reservoir east of Dallas that often sparkles during morning departures.
Wright Patman Lake
A large, sprawling lake near Texarkana surrounded by the East Texas piney woods.
Red River Basin
The distinctive red-tinted waters of the winding river that divides Texas and Arkansas.
The Mighty Mississippi
A spectacular view of the massive river crossing just south of the Memphis downtown area.
Memphis Skyline
Clear views of the Memphis Pyramid and the Hernando de Soto Bridge during the final approach.
Secure a window on the right for the iconic approach into Memphis. Try to book an evening flight to see the sunset reflecting off the Mississippi River and the city lights beginning to glow as you land.
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North DFW Suburbs
Aerial views of the rapidly expanding Frisco and Plano areas shortly after takeoff.
Ouachita Foothills
The northern horizon features the dense, rolling greenery of the Ouachita National Forest region.
Interstate 30 Corridor
Trace the primary highway artery connecting the DFW metroplex toward Little Rock.
Mississippi Meanders
Complex oxbow lakes and river bends visible to the north as you approach the Tennessee border.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid harsh solar glare. It provides a better view of the transition from the Texas prairies into the dense Arkansas forests without the sun directly in your window.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 693 km (431 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: MEM (35.04240036010742, -89.97669982910156)
Route Type: Domestic
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