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LRD → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from Laredo International Airport (Laredo) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of Texas's urban geography, featuring the San Antonio and Dallas skylines, as well as the distinct meandering of the Brazos River and the state capital in Austin.
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Rio Grande Crossing
Immediate views of the international bridges connecting Laredo, USA, and Nuevo Laredo, Mexico.
San Antonio Skyline
A clear view of the Tower of the Americas and the dense urban core of San Antonio.
Austin & The Capitol
Distant but visible views of the Texas State Capitol building and the University of Texas campus.
Dallas Skyline
A spectacular view of the Reunion Tower and the iconic glowing green Bank of America Plaza building on final descent.
Brazos River
The winding, reddish-brown curves of one of the longest and most historic rivers in Texas.
Morning flights are best on this side to avoid the direct glare of the afternoon sun. If landing towards the south at DFW, you will get an incredible bird's-eye view of the entire Dallas urban sprawl. Have your camera ready roughly 30 minutes after takeoff for the San Antonio area.
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South Texas Plains
Vast stretches of mesquite-filled ranch land and the unique grid patterns of the Eagle Ford Shale region.
Edwards Plateau
The rugged western edge of the Texas Hill Country, characterized by limestone ridges and rolling terrain.
Lake Whitney
A sprawling reservoir on the Brazos River known for its white limestone cliffs.
Fort Worth Skyline
Views of downtown Fort Worth and the historic Stockyards district as you enter the metroplex.
Choose a window seat behind the wing to capture the sunset on evening flights. This side is also excellent for spotting the geological transition from the coastal plains into the rugged Central Texas hills. Keep an eye out for small rural airstrips dotting the landscape.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 639 km (397 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 4 min
Departure: LRD (27.543800354003903, -99.46160125732422)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: Domestic
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