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EWR → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the rugged Appalachian ridges and often provides a direct view of the Dallas skyline during the final approach into DFW.
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Appalachian Mountains
Aerial views of the iconic ridge-and-valley province across West Virginia and Virginia.
Mississippi River
The massive, winding waterway marking the border between Tennessee and Arkansas.
Ozark National Forest
Dense forest canopies and rolling plateaus across northern Arkansas.
Dallas Skyline
A clear view of the Reunion Tower and downtown skyscrapers when approaching DFW from the north.
Sit on the left for evening flights to witness the sunset over the wing. This side also typically offers the best view of the Dallas metroplex if the airport is landing toward the south, which is common in fair weather.
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Ohio River Valley
The broad, industrial waterway snaking through the border of Kentucky and Indiana.
Kentucky Bluegrass Region
Patchwork patterns of horse farms and rolling pastures in central Kentucky.
Lake Texoma
A massive reservoir on the Red River visible during the initial descent into North Texas.
Fort Worth Skyline
Views of the 'City of Cowboys and Culture' on the western edge of the metroplex during landing.
The right side is preferable for morning flights to avoid harsh direct sunlight. Watch for the Red River as you cross from Oklahoma into Texas, which often appears distinctly silty or reddish in color.
Book Hotels in Dallas-Fort WorthDistance: 2,205 km (1,370 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 56 min
Departure: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: Domestic
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