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SYD → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (Sydney) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views, including a potential sweep past the Sydney Harbour Bridge upon departure and the most dramatic perspectives of the American Southwest's red rock formations during the final hours of the flight.
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Sydney Harbour
If taking off to the north, you may see the Opera House and Harbour Bridge shortly after lift-off.
Pacific Horizon
Witness incredible sunrise or sunset colors over the vast, uninterrupted South Pacific Ocean.
Southern California Coast
As the flight enters US airspace, enjoy views of the bustling California coastline and urban sprawl.
Mojave Desert
Aerial views of the high desert, including dry lake beds and rugged mountain ranges.
Colorado Plateau
Stunning views of the deep canyons and geological layers of Northern Arizona and Southern Utah.
Fort Worth Architecture
Final approach views of the suburban expansion and modern infrastructure of the DFW Metroplex.
On departure from SYD, the left side often catches the classic city skyline view. For the US arrival, the left side is better positioned to see the northern edges of the Mojave and potential distant views of the Grand Canyon depending on the specific flight track. Since this flight crosses the International Date Line, the lighting can be tricky; use an eye mask for the long mid-flight darkness.
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Botany Bay
Excellent views of the historic bay and Sydney's southern beaches during a standard southern departure.
Equatorial Clouds
Massive, towering cumulonimbus formations common near the Intertropical Convergence Zone.
Sonoran Desert
The vast, arid landscapes of Southern Arizona, characterized by unique flora and mountain shadows.
West Texas Wind Farms
Hundreds of white turbines dotting the landscape as you cross into the Lone Star State.
Permian Basin
Look for the grid-like patterns of oil extraction sites and infrastructure in West Texas.
AT&T Stadium
Possible views of the massive sports complexes in Arlington during the descent into DFW.
The right side is ideal for catching the rugged beauty of the Baja California coastline and the southern stretch of the US-Mexico border. Be aware that during the long transpacific crossing, the sun will be on the northern (left) side of the plane when heading east south of the equator, but will shift as you cross the equator; the right side can get significant glare during the US morning arrival.
Book Hotels in Dallas-Fort WorthDistance: 13,808 km (8,580 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 16 hrs 15 min
Departure: SYD (-33.94609832763672, 151.177001953125)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: International
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