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LIR → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (Liberia) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled view of the volcanic landscape of northern Costa Rica and the stunning expanse of Lake Nicaragua shortly after takeoff.
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Rincón de la Vieja
A dramatic view of the active volcanic massif in Guanacaste shortly after departing Liberia.
Lake Nicaragua
Home to the iconic Ometepe Island, featuring two perfectly shaped volcanoes rising from the freshwater.
Mosquito Coast
The wild, verdant Caribbean coastline of Honduras visible during the mid-flight transit.
Houston Sprawl
The massive urban footprint and skyscrapers of Houston are often visible during the climb toward North Texas.
Dallas Skyline
Excellent views of the Reunion Tower and downtown Dallas skyscrapers during the final approach sequence.
The right side is the clear winner for early landmarks. Within the first 20 minutes of flight, keep your camera ready for the Guanacaste volcanoes and the spectacular Ometepe Island in Lake Nicaragua. For morning flights, this side remains in the shade, providing better visibility of the Caribbean coastline through the Yucatan Channel. On arrival at DFW, this side frequently provides the most consistent views of the Dallas city center during the standard southern arrival patterns.
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Pacific Coastline
Striking views of the rugged Nicaraguan and Salvadoran shores against the deep blue ocean.
Sierra Madre
The distant, hazy silhouettes of the volcanic mountain ranges stretching across Central America.
Gulf Sunsets
On evening flights, the left side provides a front-row seat to spectacular sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico.
Matagorda Bay
A clear perspective of the Texas coastline and barrier islands as the flight enters US airspace.
Texas Farmlands
Intricate geometric patterns of agricultural fields stretching toward the horizon in North Texas.
Choose the left side for afternoon departures to enjoy the sunset over the Gulf. This side is also preferable for viewing the coastal transition into Texas near the Freeport area. If landing from the north, you might catch a glimpse of the Fort Worth skyline during the descent. Use a polarizing filter on your camera to cut through the haze over the Gulf water.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,745 km (1,706 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 40 min
Departure: LIR (10.5933, -85.544403)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: International
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