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DFW â MGM
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) Airport (MONTGOMERY)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more consistent view of regional hubs like Jackson and Shreveport while avoiding the harsh glare of the southern sun for the majority of the eastbound flight.
North Dallas Suburbs
View the sprawling development of Plano and Frisco immediately after departure from DFW.
Shreveport-Bossier City
Catch a glimpse of the Red River and the casino district on the border of Texas and Louisiana.
Mississippi River
A major highlight featuring dramatic oxbow lakes and the historic Vicksburg riverfront.
Jackson Skyline
The capital of Mississippi and the distinct Ross Barnett Reservoir are visible to the north.
Alabama River Oxbows
Intricate river loops and wetlands appearing during the initial descent into Montgomery.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, providing better visibility for photography. Look out for the massive Ross Barnett Reservoir north of Jackson approximately 40 minutes into the flight. During the spring, the bright green hues of the Southern pine forests are particularly vibrant.
Cedar Creek Reservoir
A large, popular recreational lake in East Texas known for its jagged shoreline.
Sabine National Forest
Deep green canopy of the East Texas piney woods stretching toward the Louisiana border.
Natchez Trace
Segments of the historic forest trail system visible through the Mississippi wilderness.
Tombigbee River
A major waterway in Western Alabama used for industrial barge transport.
Maxwell Air Force Base
Visible just northwest of downtown Montgomery during the final approach to MGM.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the tail. Keep your eyes peeled for the distinct industrial river traffic on the Tombigbee River. If the flight path approaches from the south, you'll get a great view of the Alabama State Capitol building just before landing.
Distance: 999 km (621 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: MGM (32.30059814, -86.39399719)
Route Type: Domestic
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