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DTW → XNA
Which side of the plane to sit from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit) to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (Bentonville)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the major river confluences and the dramatic transition from the flat Midwest prairies into the rugged, lake-filled Ozark Mountains during the descent into Northwest Arkansas.
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Lake Erie Coast
Look back shortly after departure to see the western basin of Lake Erie and the mouth of the Detroit River.
Mississippi River Crossing
A major highlight as the flight crosses the mighty Mississippi River, often near the St. Louis metropolitan area.
Table Rock Lake
During the descent, witness the winding, sapphire-blue shorelines of this massive reservoir on the Missouri-Arkansas border.
Mark Twain National Forest
Fly over the expansive green canopy of southern Missouri's most famous wilderness area.
The right side is prime for the approach into XNA. Watch for the confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi rivers about two-thirds through the flight. During the descent, keep your camera ready for the stunning views of Beaver Lake and Table Rock Lake, which are particularly vibrant in the late afternoon sun or during autumn foliage seasons.
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Detroit Skyline
Immediately after takeoff, catch views of the Detroit River, the Renaissance Center, and the urban layout of the Motor City.
Midwestern Tapestry
Observe the vast, geometric patchwork of Indiana and Illinois agricultural heartlands from cruising altitude.
Ozark Plateau
As you enter Arkansas, the landscape shifts to the rolling, densely forested hills of the Ozark National Forest.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is better for observing the urban sprawl of Detroit and the subtle topographical shifts of the Ozark foothills as you approach Highfill.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,149 km (714 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Arrival: XNA (36.281898, -94.306801)
Route Type: Domestic
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