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ACA → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from General Juan N Alvarez International Airport (Acapulco) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a more dramatic perspective of Mexico's volcanic interior, including the massive peaks of Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl, alongside the rugged ridges of the Sierra Madre.
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Acapulco Bay
Aerial view of the 'Pearl of the Pacific' and its golden beaches immediately after takeoff.
Sierra Madre del Sur
Deeply forested and rugged mountain ridges that dominate the landscape of southern Mexico.
Popocatépetl & Iztaccíhuatl
Stunning views of the iconic snow-capped volcanoes located just east of the flight path.
Mexico City Basin
A glimpse of the vast urban footprint of the capital city valley to the west.
Mexican Altiplano
The high-altitude desert plateaus with distinct agricultural patterns and arid mountains.
North Houston Suburbs
Orderly suburban developments and dense pine forests of East Texas during final descent.
For the best views of the volcanoes, aim for a morning flight when the air is clearest. Sit forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the mountain peaks, which typically appear about 30 to 45 minutes into the flight.
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Laguna de Tres Palos
The large, shimmering lagoon located directly adjacent to the Acapulco airport runway.
Tampico Coastline
The industrial port city where the Pánuco River meets the turquoise waters of the Gulf.
Gulf of Mexico
Expansive views of the coastline where the Mexican plateau meets the sea.
Laguna Madre
The massive, shallow hyper-saline lagoon system stretching along the Tamaulipas and Texas coast.
Galveston Bay
A bird's eye view of the busy shipping lanes and oil platforms near the Texas shore.
Houston Skyline
If the aircraft approaches from the south, the downtown skyscrapers are often visible to the right.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind the aircraft, illuminating the Gulf coastline and the transition from the Mexican highlands to the sea. Watch for the intricate patterns of the coastal lagoons near the US-Mexico border.
Book Hotels in HoustonDistance: 1,538 km (956 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 3 min
Departure: ACA (16.757099151611328, -99.75399780273438)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: International
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