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DFW → PIT
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Pittsburgh International Airport (Pittsburgh)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is premier for this route, offering a clear view of the Dallas skyline upon departure and the iconic Three Rivers confluence of Pittsburgh during the standard landing pattern.
Dallas Skyline
Catch a glimpse of the Reunion Tower and the distinct downtown Dallas skyline shortly after takeoff from DFW.
Mississippi River
Look for the massive, winding channel of the Mississippi River as the flight crosses near the Tennessee-Missouri border.
Land Between the Lakes
View the impressive parallel bodies of water, Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley, in the western Kentucky region.
Cincinnati Metro Area
Enjoy views of the Ohio River and the urban sprawl of Cincinnati as the aircraft tracks through the Midwest.
The Golden Triangle
On final approach to PIT, see the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers meeting to form the Ohio River at Point State Park.
For the most dramatic arrival, sit on the left to see the Pittsburgh skyline through the 'Fort Pitt Tunnel' effect from the air. Morning flights are ideal on this side to avoid the harsh southern sun glare while traveling northeast.
AT&T Stadium
Spot the massive, silver-domed home of the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington if departing on an eastbound runway.
The Ozarks
Fly over the southern edge of the Ozark Mountains, featuring dense forests and deep river valleys across Arkansas.
Greater Nashville
Glimpse the Cumberland River and the sprawling outskirts of Music City as you traverse through Tennessee.
Ohio River Valley
Observe the industrial heritage and winding path of the Ohio River as it snakes through West Virginia and Ohio.
Appalachian Plateau
The rugged, green ridges of the northern Appalachian foothills provide a scenic backdrop just before descending into Pennsylvania.
The right side offers excellent views of the rugged Appalachian terrain. If you are flying during sunset in the autumn, the fall foliage across the West Virginia and Pennsylvania border is particularly vibrant from this side.
Distance: 1,716 km (1,066 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 17 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: PIT (40.49150085, -80.23290253)
Route Type: Domestic
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