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IAH → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the sprawling East Texas lake systems and the iconic Dallas skyline during the descent into DFW.
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Sam Houston National Forest
Expansive views of the dense Piney Woods ecosystem that dominates the landscape north of Houston.
Lake Livingston
One of the largest reservoirs in Texas, offering beautiful water reflections and shoreline detail.
Trinity River
The winding path of the Trinity River as it snakes through the Texas countryside toward the coast.
Dallas Skyline
A stunning view of the Reunion Tower and the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge when approaching from the east or south.
DFW Airport Complex
The massive scale of the D-FW airfield, including its seven runways and five terminal semicircles.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or sunset flights to see the Dallas skyline glowing. Keep your camera ready about 10-15 minutes before landing as the aircraft often banks to line up with the north-south runways, providing a panoramic view of the city center.
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The Woodlands
A bird's-eye view of the heavily forested suburban development north of Houston shortly after takeoff.
Lake Conroe
A large recreational reservoir featuring scenic marinas and lakeside communities west of the flight path.
Fort Worth Skyline
Views of downtown Fort Worth and the historic Stockyards district during the western arrival pattern.
Arlington Sports District
Clear views of AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field if the aircraft approaches DFW from the south.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is better for spotting the 'Cowtown' side of the metroplex and the major sports stadiums in Arlington during the final approach phase.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 362 km (225 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: Domestic
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