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MEM → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from Memphis International Airport (Memphis) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic natural scenery, featuring the distinctive parallel ridges of the Ouachita Mountains and a direct view of Little Rock's skyline and the Arkansas River.
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Little Rock Skyline
About 20-25 minutes into the flight, enjoy a clear view of Arkansas's capital city and the Big Dam Bridge.
Ouachita National Forest
Observe the unique 'folded' mountain topography of the Ouachitas, characterized by long, forested east-west ridges.
Lake Ouachita
Look for the crystal-clear waters and numerous islands of this large mountain lake located near Hot Springs.
Red River Valley
Crossing the border into Texas, see the reddish-brown waters of the river snaking through the landscape.
Grapevine Lake
A final landmark right before touchdown, often providing a view of the Gaylord Texan Resort.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the sun's glare. The best scenery occurs mid-flight over Western Arkansas; keep your camera ready approximately 30 minutes after departure for the mountain ridges. Use a polarized lens filter if possible to cut through the haze over the forested areas.
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Immediately after takeoff, witness the massive, winding waterway that defines the border between Tennessee and Arkansas.
Arkansas Delta
View the vast, intricate grid patterns of the agricultural heartland and the winding Bayou Meto.
Dallas Skyline
On the standard approach from the east, catch the iconic Reunion Tower and the shimmering skyscrapers of downtown Dallas.
Lake Ray Hubbard
A massive reservoir spanning 22,000 acres, visible just before descending into the DFW metroplex.
Choose a window seat behind the wing to capture the scale of the Mississippi River. For evening flights, this side will experience direct sunlight and potential glare, so keep window shades partially closed until descent near Dallas.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 693 km (431 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min
Departure: MEM (35.04240036010742, -89.97669982910156)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: Domestic
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