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MHK → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from Manhattan Regional Airport (Manhattan) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the unique topography of the Flint Hills and typically provides a better angle for the Dallas skyline during the approach into DFW.
Flint Hills
The last remaining tallgrass prairie in North America, featuring rolling limestone hills just south of Manhattan.
Wichita Skyline
Visible to the east shortly after departure, showcasing the largest city in Kansas.
Lake Texoma
A massive reservoir on the Red River marking the border between Oklahoma and Texas.
Dallas Skyline
On final approach, especially when landing to the south, the skyscraper-filled horizon of Dallas is often visible.
Lewisville Lake
One of the largest lakes in North Texas, situated just north of the airport approach path.
Book an early morning flight on the left side to see the sun rising over the tallgrass prairies. During the descent, keep your eyes peeled for the distinct green glass of the Bank of America Plaza in Dallas.
Kansas Flatlands
Classic agricultural patchwork quilts of the American heartland stretching toward the horizon.
Oklahoma City
A clear view of the Devon Tower and the OKC metropolitan area as you cross into Oklahoma.
Red River Basin
The distinct red-tinted soil and winding riverbed that separates the Great Plains states.
Ray Roberts Lake
A prominent recreational lake used as a waypoint for flights entering the DFW airspace from the north.
Grapevine Lake
Located immediately adjacent to DFW, offering a final scenic view of the water before touchdown.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to enjoy the sunset over the vast Oklahoma plains. This side also offers the best view of the aircraft traffic holding patterns and other planes landing on parallel runways at DFW.
Distance: 695 km (432 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 10 min
Departure: MHK (39.14099884033203, -96.6707992553711)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: Domestic
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