Dallas-Fort Worth to Oaxaca is 1,099 miles (1,768 km), a flight of about 2 hours 55 minutes.
The right side wins overall because the Dallas skyline on departure is a strong visual payoff, and during the cruise over central Mexico the right side tracks slightly closer to the Gulf coastal plain and the Sierra Madre Oriental ridgelines visible in the distance. The Monte Albán view on landing is excellent on the left, but the right side's consistent views across the flight edge it out overall.
Flight Path
The flight crosses central Texas scrubland and the Edwards Plateau, then the Rio Grande near Laredo/Nuevo Laredo, followed by the semi-arid plains of Nuevo León and Tamaulipas. Over San Luis Potosí the terrain rises into the Mexican Altiplano. Further south the Sierra Madre Oriental ridgelines become visible to the east. The route descends over the highlands of Puebla before dropping into the Valley of Oaxaca through the Sierra Madre del Sur.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from DFW
RIGHTDFW's primary departure runways (17L/17R heading south, or 18L/18R) send the aircraft southbound. Right side gives you a clear view of downtown Dallas skyline to the west-northwest as you climb out, plus the sprawling DFW metroplex grid. Left side faces Fort Worth which is less visually distinctive at altitude.
Landing at OAX
LEFTOaxaca's runway 01/19 means arrivals typically come in from the south heading north, or from the north heading south. The Sierra Juárez mountains rise dramatically to the north and northeast of the city, and the left side on approach from the south gives you the best view of the Valley of Oaxaca, the city itself, and Monte Albán archaeological site on its flattened hilltop to the west of the city.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) to Xoxocotlan International (OAX)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dallas-Fort Worth to Oaxaca. The right side wins overall because the Dallas skyline on departure is a strong visual payoff, and during the cruise over central Mexico the right side tracks slightly closer to the Gulf coastal plain and the Sierra Madre Oriental ridgelines visible in the distance. The Monte Albán view on landing is excellent on the left, but the right side's consistent views across the flight edge it out overall.
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. DFW's primary departure runways (17L/17R heading south, or 18L/18R) send the aircraft southbound. Right side gives you a clear view of downtown Dallas skyline to the west-northwest as you climb out, plus the sprawling DFW metroplex grid. Left side faces Fort Worth which is less visually distinctive at altitude. Notable sights include: Downtown Dallas skyline, Lake Ray Hubbard to the east, the Trinity River corridor, and the dense suburban grid of Irving and Grand Prairie directly below.
What can I see when landing at Xoxocotlan International in Oaxaca?
When landing at Xoxocotlan International (OAX), sit on the Left side for the best views. Oaxaca's runway 01/19 means arrivals typically come in from the south heading north, or from the north heading south. The Sierra Juárez mountains rise dramatically to the north and northeast of the city, and the left side on approach from the south gives you the best view of the Valley of Oaxaca, the city itself, and Monte Albán archaeological site on its flattened hilltop to the west of the city. Notable sights include: Monte Albán archaeological site on its distinctive leveled hilltop, the Valley of Oaxaca basin, Sierra Juárez range to the northeast, and the colonial grid of Oaxaca city center.
How long is the flight from Dallas-Fort Worth to Oaxaca?
The flight from Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) to Xoxocotlan International (OAX) takes about 2 hours 55 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,099 miles (1,768 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Dallas-Fort Worth to Oaxaca flight path pass over?
The flight crosses central Texas scrubland and the Edwards Plateau, then the Rio Grande near Laredo/Nuevo Laredo, followed by the semi-arid plains of Nuevo León and Tamaulipas. Over San Luis Potosí the terrain rises into the Mexican Altiplano. Further south the Sierra Madre Oriental ridgelines become visible to the east. The route descends over the highlands of Puebla before dropping into the Valley of Oaxaca through the Sierra Madre del Sur.