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DFW → SJC
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (San Jose)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft is the superior choice for this route, offering spectacular views of the Southern Rockies, the Grand Canyon, and the Silicon Valley landmarks during the descent.
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Sangre de Cristo Mountains
The southern tip of the Rocky Mountains featuring snow-capped peaks near Northern New Mexico.
Grand Canyon
The most iconic landmark on the route, often visible to the north with its deep red ravines and the Colorado River.
Lake Mead
The largest reservoir in the United States, visible with its distinct 'bathtub ring' near the Hoover Dam.
Southern Sierras
The jagged peaks of the southern Sierra Nevada range as the flight enters California's Central Valley.
Apple Park
On the final approach to SJC, look for the massive, circular 'Spaceship' campus located in nearby Cupertino.
The Grand Canyon is the highlight of this route; sit on the right and choose a seat forward of the wing for the best photo opportunities. During the arrival into San Jose, the right side often provides clear views of the East Bay hills and the tech campuses of Silicon Valley.
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Fort Worth Skyline
Excellent views of downtown Fort Worth and the historic Stockyards immediately after departing DFW.
Permian Basin
A massive expanse of oil and gas infrastructure characterized by a grid-like pattern across the West Texas landscape.
Mogollon Rim
The dramatic geological feature in Arizona that marks the edge of the Colorado Plateau.
Joshua Tree Region
The rugged, high-desert terrain of Southeastern California as you cross from Arizona.
Santa Cruz Mountains
The lush, forested ridges that separate the San Francisco Bay from the Pacific Coast.
Choose the left side for evening flights to enjoy a prolonged sunset as you travel westward. This side also provides a great perspective of the transition from the arid Mojave Desert to the verdant California coastal ranges during the final 30 minutes of flight.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,310 km (1,435 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 5 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: SJC (37.362598, -121.929001)
Route Type: Domestic
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