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DTW → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Midwestern urban centers, a better angle of the Mississippi River crossing, and potential glimpses of the St. Louis skyline.
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Ann Arbor
Look for the University of Michigan's 'Big House' stadium shortly after departing the Detroit area.
Indianapolis
The grid of the 'Circle City' and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway are often visible from cruise altitude.
St. Louis Gateway Arch
On clear days, the iconic silver arch and the Mississippi River waterfront can be spotted to the west.
Ozark National Forest
Dramatic, rugged terrain and rolling hills through Missouri and northern Arkansas.
DFW Airport Footprint
Observe one of the world's largest airport layouts with its unique multi-terminal design during arrival.
The right side is ideal for sunset views on late afternoon flights. Use a flight tracker to see if the path crosses near St. Louis; the Gateway Arch is a tiny but distinct silver sliver if visibility is high.
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Lake Erie Shoreline
Shortly after takeoff, view the southwestern tip of Lake Erie and the industrial landscapes of Toledo.
Cincinnati & Ohio River
Distant views of the Queen City and the winding Ohio River valley as you head southwest.
Arkansas River Valley
Lush green landscapes and the wide bends of the Arkansas River near Little Rock.
DFW Metroplex Sprawl
The massive suburban expansion of Plano, Frisco, and Richardson during the descent into Dallas.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind the plane. This side is also excellent for observing the dense urbanization of North Texas during the final 20 minutes of flight.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,586 km (985 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 7 min
Departure: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: Domestic
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