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MLI → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from Quad City International Airport (Moline) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for its views of major water bodies like the Mississippi and the Ozarks, as well as a more common perspective of the Dallas city center.
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Mississippi River
Immediate views of the river's bend and the Quad Cities region following takeoff.
Lake of the Ozarks
The winding 'Magic Dragon' shape of this massive reservoir is clearly visible in Missouri.
Ozark Plateau
Scenic rolling hills and dense forests across southern Missouri and northern Arkansas.
Lake Texoma
One of the largest reservoirs in the US, marking the crossing into Texas.
Dallas Skyline
Iconic views of downtown Dallas and the Reunion Tower during certain approach patterns.
Book a morning flight for the best lighting. Avoid rows 12-24 to ensure your view of the serpentine Lake of the Ozarks isn't blocked by the wing.
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Great Plains
Vast stretches of Midwestern agriculture with distinctive circular and square patterns.
Arkansas River
The winding river path near Tulsa provides a striking geographic landmark in Oklahoma.
Lewisville Lake
A prominent blue expanse visible just before the final descent into the DFW complex.
Texas Metroplex
The dense suburban development of Frisco and Plano as you approach from the north.
Perfect for sunset lovers on evening flights. Keep your camera ready during the last 15 minutes of the flight for great shots of Lewisville Lake.
Book Hotels in Dallas-Fort WorthDistance: 1,112 km (691 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: MLI (41.44850158691406, -90.50749969482422)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: Domestic
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