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Our Recommendation
7.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the Gulf of Mexico coastline, the intricate wetlands of the Mississippi River Delta, and potential glimpses of New Orleans and the southern Louisiana bayous.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Emerald Coast

Stunning views of the white sand beaches and turquoise waters along the Florida Panhandle and Alabama coast.

🚢

Mobile Bay

A clear view of the massive bay, the Port of Mobile, and the historic USS Alabama battleship.

🐊

Mississippi Delta

The complex, sprawling network of wetlands, marshes, and 'bird's foot' delta where the Mississippi meets the Gulf.

🎺

New Orleans

Aerial perspective of the Crescent City, the Superdome, and the winding path of the Mississippi River through the city.

🛶

Atchafalaya Basin

The largest wetland and swamp in the United States, featuring a unique mosaic of water and cypress forest.

For morning flights, the left side avoids the harshest direct sunlight as you travel west. Watch for the dramatic color change from the blue Gulf waters to the brown sediment of the Mississippi River. In the autumn, the marshlands show a unique transition of golden hues. Try to sit behind the wing to get an unobstructed view of the coastline.

Right Side Highlights
6.8
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Southern Piney Woods

Expansive views of the dense pine forests covering Alabama, Mississippi, and East Texas.

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Mississippi River Bends

Dramatic oxbow lakes and the wide, meandering channel of the river further inland from the delta.

🎰

Shreveport-Bossier

Views of the Red River winding between these twin cities, often highlighting the riverfront casino district.

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North Texas Lakes

As you descend into DFW, look for Lake Ray Hubbard and Lake Lavon, which are major recreational hubs.

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Dallas Skyline

During a northern approach to DFW, the right side often catches a distant but clear view of the downtown Dallas skyscrapers.

The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to witness spectacular Texas sunsets. As you enter Texas airspace, keep an eye out for the rapid change from dense forest to the more open, developed plains of the Metroplex. Look for the massive Dallas-Fort Worth airport itself during the final descent, as it is one of the largest land area airports in the world.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,475 km (917 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min

Departure: JAX (30.49410057067871, -81.68789672851562)

Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)

Route Type: Domestic

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