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LIT → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport/Adams Field (Little Rock) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the sprawling Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and its iconic skyline during the final descent, while also providing a great perspective of the Ouachita National Forest and the Red River crossing.
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Ouachita National Forest
Look down shortly after departure to see the dense, rolling pine-hardwood canopy covering western Arkansas.
Hot Springs National Park
Catch a glimpse of the historic spa city nestled within the rugged Ouachita Mountains.
Red River
Observe the winding, reddish-brown waters that mark the transition from the Arkansas forests to the Texas plains.
Dallas Skyline
On many approaches, the left side provides a direct view of the Reunion Tower and the downtown skyscraper cluster.
I-30 Corridor
Follow the primary highway artery connecting Little Rock and Dallas as it cuts through the landscape below.
Sit on the left for the best chance of spotting the Dallas skyline during the arrival sequence, especially if the plane approaches DFW from the east. For late afternoon flights, this side is also shielded from the intense western sun, allowing for easier photography of the terrain.
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Arkansas River
The broad river is visible immediately after takeoff as it flows eastward through Little Rock.
Lake Ouachita
One of the state's largest and clearest lakes, known for its numerous islands and pristine shoreline.
Ridge-and-Valley Terrain
See the distinct geological formations of the Ouachita Mountains stretching toward the Oklahoma border.
Lake Grapevine
A major landmark located immediately north of the DFW airport, visible just seconds before touchdown.
North Texas Ranchland
The landscape transitions into vast, rectangular agricultural plots and cattle ranches as you enter Texas.
The right side is ideal for nature lovers, offering expansive views of Lake Ouachita's islands and the unique east-west running ridges of the mountains. Be aware that on morning flights, the sun will be behind you, but on afternoon flights, the glare can be significant on this side.
Book Hotels in Dallas-Fort WorthDistance: 489 km (304 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 49 min
Departure: LIT (34.729400634799994, -92.2242965698)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: Domestic
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