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MAF → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from Midland International Airport (Midland) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the massive West Texas wind farms and a more direct line of sight to the Fort Worth skyline during the arrival phase.
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Sweetwater Wind Farms
One of the world's largest concentrations of wind turbines spanning thousands of acres.
Dyess Air Force Base
The massive runways and hangers of the B-1B Lancer bomber base near Abilene.
Fort Worth Skyline
A clear view of the downtown skyscrapers and the historic Stockyards district.
Eagle Mountain Lake
A scenic lake surrounded by luxury homes just before entering the urban sprawl.
Sit on the right for the best views of the iconic Texas wind farms near Sweetwater. For afternoon flights, be prepared for some sun glare. As you descend into the DFW metroplex, the right side typically offers a more dramatic view of the Fort Worth cityscape and the massive DFW airport infrastructure upon final approach.
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Permian Basin Oil Fields
An endless grid of pumpjacks and drilling pads stretching across the desert floor.
Possum Kingdom Lake
The distinctive 'Hell's Gate' cliffs and the winding Brazos River reservoir.
Lake Bridgeport
A large, jagged recreational lake that marks the transition into the North Texas hills.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct Texas sun. Look for the Caprock Escarpment in the distance to the north, which marks the edge of the High Plains. During a north-flow landing at DFW, this side provides better views of the Lewisville Lake area.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 496 km (308 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: MAF (31.9424991607666, -102.2020034790039)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: Domestic
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