About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) to Alexandria International (AEX)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dallas-fort Worth to Alexandria. Right-side seats capture the most visually interesting departure from the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. While the landing approach over the Cane River is scenic, the takeoff views of the Trinity River system and urban sprawl provide more dramatic contrast and distinctive landmarks.
What can I see during takeoff from Dallas Fort Worth International in Dallas-fort Worth?
During takeoff from Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Trinity River system and the Dallas-Fort Worth urban sprawl as the aircraft climbs eastward. You'll see the patchwork of highways, lakes, and developed areas that define the metroplex before heading southeast toward Alexandria. Notable sights include: Trinity River, Dallas-Fort Worth urban grid, Lake Lewisville (north), Eagle Mountain Lake.
What can I see when landing at Alexandria International in Alexandria?
When landing at Alexandria International (AEX), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the Cane River and the Alexandria urban area during descent and approach. You'll see the river's distinctive curves and the city's layout along its banks as you descend toward the runway. Notable sights include: Cane River, Alexandria city center, Red River (distant), Louisiana pine forests.
How long is the flight from Dallas-fort Worth to Alexandria?
The flight from Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) to Alexandria International (AEX) takes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
What does the Dallas-fort Worth to Alexandria flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses east-southeast across central Texas, passing over the Piney Woods region of East Texas. Notable features include the transition from the Dallas-Fort Worth urban area to increasingly rural and forested terrain, scattered lakes and reservoirs (including Lake Palestine and smaller impoundments), the Neches River system in the far distance, and the gradual shift from Texas prairie to Louisiana pine forest as you approach Alexandria. The landscape becomes progressively greener and more heavily forested as you move southeast.