About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Charles De Gaulle (CDG) to Dallas Love Fld (DAL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Paris to Dallas. While takeoff offers some Seine River views on the left, the landing approach on the right provides more dramatic and concentrated scenery—the Trinity River, downtown Dallas skyline, and the urban landscape are far more visually distinctive than the suburban Paris sprawl. Right side wins for the overall journey.
What can I see during takeoff from Charles De Gaulle in Paris?
During takeoff from Charles De Gaulle (CDG), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of the Seine River winding through Paris and the surrounding Île-de-France region during climb-out. You'll see the urban sprawl of greater Paris receding beneath you, with occasional glimpses of the Marne River tributaries. Notable sights include: Seine River, Paris urban area, Marne River valley, Fontainebleau Forest (distant, southeast).
What can I see when landing at Dallas Love Fld in Dallas?
When landing at Dallas Love Fld (DAL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides excellent views during descent into Dallas Love Field. You'll see the Trinity River and its floodplain cutting through Dallas, plus downtown Dallas's skyline and the surrounding urban grid. The approach path typically brings the airport into view on the right side during final descent. Notable sights include: Trinity River, downtown Dallas skyline, Dallas-Fort Worth urban sprawl, White Rock Lake (if visible during approach).
How long is the flight from Paris to Dallas?
The flight from Charles De Gaulle (CDG) to Dallas Love Fld (DAL) takes Approximately 9.5 to 10.5 hours.
What does the Paris to Dallas flight path pass over?
Over the Atlantic Ocean (6-7 hours of open water with no landmarks). Approaching North America, you may see the Canadian Maritime provinces and New England coastline (Nova Scotia, Maine) in the distance if flying a northern routing. Over the continental US, the flight crosses the Appalachian Mountains (visible as a ridge system in the eastern US), then transitions to the flatter terrain of the Great Plains. The Mississippi River valley becomes visible as you approach the central US. The landscape gradually flattens as you move westward into Texas, with occasional river valleys and sparse vegetation visible before reaching the Dallas area.