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DFW → MGM

Our Recommendation
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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.

Left Side Highlights
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North Dallas Suburbs

View the sprawling development of Plano and Frisco immediately after departure from DFW.

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Shreveport-Bossier City

Catch a glimpse of the Red River and the casino district on the border of Texas and Louisiana.

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Mississippi River

A major highlight featuring dramatic oxbow lakes and the historic Vicksburg riverfront.

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Jackson Skyline

The capital of Mississippi and the distinct Ross Barnett Reservoir are visible to the north.

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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.

Right Side Highlights
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Cedar Creek Reservoir

A large, popular recreational lake in East Texas known for its jagged shoreline.

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Sabine National Forest

Deep green canopy of the East Texas piney woods stretching toward the Louisiana border.

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Natchez Trace

Segments of the historic forest trail system visible through the Mississippi wilderness.

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Tombigbee River

A major waterway in Western Alabama used for industrial barge transport.

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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.

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Route Information

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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