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Our Recommendation
7.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior views of the sprawling North Texas landscape, including major reservoirs and a spectacular aerial view of the DFW International Airport complex during the descent into Dallas.

Right Side Highlights
7.8
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Cheney Reservoir

Visible to the west shortly after departing Wichita, this large lake is a primary recreation spot for Southern Kansans.

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Oklahoma City Outskirts

The western edges of the OKC metro area and the Canadian River valley provide a geographic transition point midway through the flight.

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Lewisville Lake

A massive body of water that serves as a primary landmark for the descent into the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.

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DFW International Airport

Watch for the massive footprint of one of the world's busiest airports. You can often see multiple planes taking off and landing simultaneously.

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Ray Roberts Lake

A scenic state park area in North Texas characterized by winding shorelines and dense green foliage.

Choose the right side for morning departures to have the sun behind you. Keep your camera ready as you pass Lewisville Lake; the plane usually drops to a lower altitude here, providing a perfect scale of the massive DFW airport just a few miles to the west.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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McConnell Air Force Base

Located just southeast of ICT, look for the massive runways and various military aircraft parked on the tarmac shortly after takeoff.

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Lake Texoma

One of the largest reservoirs in the United States, straddling the border between Oklahoma and Texas with its distinct red-sand shoreline.

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Downtown Dallas

During the final approach into Love Field from the north, the iconic Reunion Tower and Bank of America Plaza are visible to the south.

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Legacy West

The dense corporate headquarters and high-rise developments of Plano and Frisco are clearly visible as you cross into Texas.

Sit on the left for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh western sun. This side is particularly rewarding during the final three minutes of the flight if the pilot tracks directly over the city for a southern approach, offering a clear view of the Trinity River corridor.

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Route Information

Distance: 537 km (334 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 54 min

Departure: ICT (37.649899, -97.433098)

Arrival: DAL (32.847099, -96.851799)

Route Type: Domestic

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