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DFW → SPI
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (Springfield)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a superior vantage point for viewing the heart of the Ozark Mountains and provides a more scenic approach over Lake Springfield when landing at SPI.
Dallas-Fort Worth Skyline
Catch distant views of the expansive metroplex skyline depending on the departure runway and initial climb out.
Mark Twain National Forest
Extensive views of the lush, forested hills of the southern Ozarks across southern Missouri.
Mississippi River Crossing
Aerial view of the massive Mississippi River corridor as the aircraft transitions from Missouri into Illinois.
Lake Springfield
A beautiful view of the lake and its power plant just south of the city during the final descent into SPI.
The right side is ideal for afternoon travel as the sun will be on the opposite side of the plane. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes for the descent over Lake Springfield, which is the most prominent landmark near the airport.
Grapevine Lake
Located immediately north of DFW, providing a great view of the water and surrounding parks upon takeoff.
Ozark Plateau
Observe the rolling hills and plateau formations of the western Ozark region during the mid-flight cruise.
Missouri River Bends
Spot the winding Missouri River near the border of Missouri and Illinois if the flight path tracks slightly north.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. Watch for the distinct change from the flat plains of Texas to the rolling hills of Missouri during the first 30 minutes of flight.
Distance: 1,015 km (631 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: SPI (39.84410095, -89.67790222)
Route Type: Domestic
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