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FAT → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (Fresno) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the most iconic geological features of the American West, including the high peaks of the Sierra Nevada and the vast expanse of the Grand Canyon.
Sierra Nevada Mountains
Breathtaking views of the granite peaks and glacial valleys of the High Sierra shortly after departure from Fresno.
Death Valley National Park
Aerial perspective of the salt flats and the dramatic elevation drops of the deepest basin in North America.
Lake Mead
The bright blue waters of the reservoir contrasting sharply against the surrounding red rock desert.
Grand Canyon
A spectacular view of the canyon's north rim and the winding Colorado River as you cross into Arizona.
Sandia Mountains
The dramatic eastern edge of the Rio Grande Rift overlooking the city of Albuquerque.
Look out within the first 15 minutes for the Sierra Nevada. On morning flights, the northern view (left side) avoids direct sun glare, providing better lighting for photos of the Grand Canyon and Arizona's Painted Desert. Sit behind the wing to ensure your view of the ground is not obstructed during the cruise phase.
Sequoia National Forest
Dense alpine forests and the jagged southern peaks of the Sierra range immediately south of the flight path.
Sedona Red Rocks
The distinct crimson-colored sandstone formations of central Arizona's high desert.
Meteor Crater
A remarkably preserved 50,000-year-old impact site visible as a giant bowl in the Arizona desert floor.
West Texas Wind Farms
Thousands of white turbines dotting the landscape as you approach the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
Fort Worth Skyline
Clear views of the downtown Fort Worth area and the Trinity River during the final descent into DFW.
The right side is excellent for spotting Meteor Crater near Winslow, AZ, which appears as a distinct circular depression. Be aware that on afternoon flights, the sun will be on the south side of the plane, which can make the cabin hot and create significant window glare. Watch for the sprawling Dallas-Fort Worth suburbs during the final 20 minutes.
Distance: 2,109 km (1,310 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 49 min
Departure: FAT (36.77619934082031, -119.71800231933594)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: Domestic
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