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DFW → SNA
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to John Wayne Airport-Orange County Airport (Santa Ana)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular showcase of the American Southwest's diverse geology, including the red rocks of Arizona and the dramatic mountain ranges of Southern California.
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Palo Duro Canyon
Deep red rock formations and canyons visible during the early phase over North Texas.
Sandia Mountains
Prominent peaks standing guard over the city of Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Painted Desert
Vibrant, multicolored earth tones across the Arizona plateau.
Red Rock Country
The iconic crimson spires and buttes around the Sedona and Coconino region.
San Bernardino Mountains
Snow-capped peaks and the Big Bear Lake area visible during the descent into California.
Inland Empire
The transition from rugged desert to the dense suburban layout of Southern California.
The right side is ideal for morning flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, providing clear, shadow-rich views of the Arizona canyons. Watch for the 'V' shaped descent over the San Bernardino mountains which offers one of the best geological transitions in US aviation.
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Permian Basin
Vast, geometric patterns of oil fields stretching across West Texas.
Guadalupe Peak
The highest point in Texas, rising sharply from the Chihuahuan Desert floor.
Sonoran Desert
Starkly beautiful desert landscapes as you cross into Southern Arizona.
Salton Sea
A massive, shimmering inland saline lake located in the Colorado Desert.
Cleveland National Forest
The final green ridges before the plane descends into the urban sprawl of Orange County.
Sit on the left for a view of the Salton Sea and the rugged borderlands. If the flight takes a more southern track, you may catch a glimpse of the Pacific coastline just before landing at SNA. Afternoon flights on this side will face the sun, so keep your window shade ready.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,935 km (1,202 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 35 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: SNA (33.67570114, -117.8679962)
Route Type: Domestic
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