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DFW → RIC
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Richmond International Airport (Richmond)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Appalachian ridge-and-valley formations and avoids the direct southern sun glare, providing clearer lighting for photography of the Mississippi and Tennessee rivers.
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Arkansas River Valley
Scenic views of the meandering Arkansas River and the transition from the Great Plains to the Ozark foothills.
Mississippi River
A massive crossing over the 'Mighty Mississippi' featuring complex oxbow lakes and industrial barge traffic.
Nashville Basin
High-altitude views of the sprawling Nashville metropolitan area and the rolling hills of Middle Tennessee.
Appalachian Ridges
Stunning 'corrugated' landscape of the Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians through eastern Tennessee and Virginia.
Shenandoah Valley
Lush agricultural patchworks nestled between the Massanutten Mountain and the Blue Ridge range.
Choose a seat in front of the wing for unobstructed views of the unique Appalachian ridge lines. On afternoon flights, this side is in the shade, making it ideal for taking glare-free photos of the Mississippi River crossing and the Tennessee landscape.
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East Texas Piney Woods
The dense green canopy of the Piney Woods region visible shortly after departure from DFW.
Memphis Skyline
Views of the Memphis riverfront, including the iconic Pyramid, as you cross into Tennessee.
Great Smoky Mountains
Distant views of the hazy, blue peaks of the Smokies along the Tennessee and North Carolina border.
Blue Ridge Mountains
Dramatic views of the Blue Ridge escarpment during the initial descent phase into Virginia.
James River
Excellent views of the winding James River as the aircraft aligns for the final approach into RIC.
Best for morning flights when the sun is behind the aircraft. Keep a close watch during the final 15 minutes of the flight; the James River loops are often very prominent on the right side during the descent into Richmond. Note that summer afternoon flights on this side may experience significant sun glare.
Book Hotels in RichmondDistance: 1,859 km (1,155 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 29 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: RIC (37.50519943237305, -77.3197021484375)
Route Type: Domestic
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