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DFW → SAT
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to San Antonio International Airport (San Antonio)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this short hop as it typically offers the best views of the Interstate 35 corridor cities, including the Austin skyline and a direct visual of downtown San Antonio during the descent.
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Dallas Skyline
Distant but clear views of the Reunion Tower and the downtown Dallas skyline shortly after takeoff.
McLane Stadium
The distinct horseshoe-shaped stadium of Baylor University sitting right on the banks of the Brazos River in Waco.
Austin State Capitol
As you pass Austin, look for the pink granite dome of the Texas State Capitol and the surrounding high-rises.
Lady Bird Lake
The narrow, park-lined body of water that cuts through the heart of downtown Austin.
Tower of the Americas
The iconic 750-foot observation tower in San Antonio becomes visible during the final approach into SAT.
Sit on the left (A/B seats) for the best urban sightseeing. Morning flights are ideal on this side to avoid the harsh afternoon glare. On approach to San Antonio, watch for the Interstate 35 and 410 interchange, which provides a sense of the city's scale.
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Fort Worth Skyline
A close-up view of downtown Fort Worth and the historic Stockyards district immediately after departing DFW.
AT&T Stadium
The massive, gleaming silver dome of the Dallas Cowboys' stadium is highly visible in nearby Arlington.
Lake Whitney
A large reservoir on the Brazos River known for its dramatic white limestone cliffs along the shore.
Fort Cavazos
Vast stretches of training grounds and military infrastructure belonging to one of the world's largest army posts.
Texas Hill Country
As the flight nears San Antonio, the landscape shifts to the characteristic rolling limestone hills and cedar trees.
Choose the right side (E/F seats) if you prefer natural landscapes and military history. This side is spectacular during sunset flights, as the sun dips below the horizon over the Hill Country, creating deep orange and purple hues across the landscape.
Book Hotels in San AntonioDistance: 398 km (247 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: SAT (29.533700942993164, -98.46980285644533)
Route Type: Domestic
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