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JFK → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from John F Kennedy International Airport (New York) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Manhattan skyline upon departure from JFK and provides better lighting conditions for photography on westbound afternoon flights.
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Manhattan Skyline
Spectacular panoramic views of Midtown, Central Park, and the Empire State Building.
George Washington Bridge
The iconic suspension bridge spanning the Hudson River between NY and NJ.
Allegheny Plateau
Rugged, forested terrain of western Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Ozark Mountains
The dense forests and winding rivers of the Ozark National Forest in Arkansas.
Frisco & Plano
The rapidly growing corporate hubs and residential developments of North Dallas.
This side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun remains to the south, preventing glare. The departure from JFK often involves a turn that provides a direct view of the entire length of Manhattan. In autumn, the Ozarks offer stunning fall foliage colors.
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Lower Manhattan
Aerial views of the Financial District and the Statue of Liberty during initial climb.
Philadelphia
Clear views of the Center City skyline and the Delaware River.
Appalachian Mountains
The rolling ridges and valleys of the Blue Ridge chain through Virginia.
Mississippi River
Crossing the massive waterway near the Tennessee-Arkansas border.
AT&T Stadium
The massive home of the Dallas Cowboys visible during the descent into the Metroplex.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. Look out about 20 minutes after takeoff for Philly, and keep an eye out for the distinct oxbow bends of the Mississippi River roughly 3 hours into the flight.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,235 km (1,389 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 59 min
Departure: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: Domestic
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