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DFW → YYC
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Calgary International Airport (Calgary)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic rise of the Rocky Mountains, spanning from the Colorado Front Range through the rugged wilderness of Wyoming and Montana into the Alberta foothills.
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Texas Panhandle
View the unique red-tinted canyons and the vast agricultural grids of North Texas.
Wind River Range
The jagged granite peaks and alpine lakes of western Wyoming are visible in the distance.
Bighorn Lake
Watch for the deep blue water cutting through the desert canyons near the Montana-Wyoming border.
Glacier National Park
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks and glacial valleys of northern Montana dominate the horizon.
Canadian Rockies
The spectacular transition from prairie to mountain as you enter Alberta.
Select a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine exhaust distortion. On afternoon flights, the sun is positioned behind the plane, providing optimal lighting for photographing the mountain ranges. Look for the sudden vertical rise of the Rockies near the Canadian border, which is especially striking in winter when covered in snow.
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Great Plains
A vast geometric tapestry of circular irrigation fields and expansive ranch lands.
Missouri River
The wide, winding curves of the Missouri River as it traverses the northern plains.
Black Hills
The dark, forested silhouette of South Dakota's mountains may be visible on the eastern horizon.
Montana Prairies
Experience the 'Big Sky' country with endless horizons and rural landscapes.
Calgary Skyline
Depending on the landing approach, you may get an excellent view of the downtown towers and the Bow River.
This side is preferable for morning flights to witness the sunrise over the plains. While less mountainous, it offers better views of the Calgary city center if the aircraft approaches YYC from the south using a right-hand pattern. Watch for the 'Badlands' topography as you cross into Southern Alberta.
Book Hotels in CalgaryDistance: 2,451 km (1,523 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 16 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)
Route Type: International
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