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ACY → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Atlantic City International Airport (Atlantic City) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the initial coastal departure over the Jersey Shore and Delaware Bay, followed by better lighting for photography of the Appalachian range and the Mississippi River during daylight hours.
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Atlantic City Boardwalk
Panoramic views of the casinos, beaches, and the Steel Pier immediately after takeoff from ACY.
Delaware Bay
A wide-angle view of the Cape May-Lewes area and the massive estuary separating NJ and Delaware.
Blue Ridge Mountains
Stunning vistas of the Shenandoah Valley and the rolling peaks of the southern Appalachian range.
Mississippi River
A significant crossing of the continent's largest river system, often near the Memphis metropolitan area.
Houston Skyline
On southern approaches to IAH, the downtown skyscrapers and the Medical Center skyline are visible in the distance.
For morning flights, the left side avoids direct glare, making it easier to spot landmarks. Look out early for the distinct shape of the Delaware coastline. During the final 20 minutes of the flight, watch for the sprawling Houston suburbs and bayous.
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NJ Pine Barrens
The vast, dense green expanse of the Pinelands National Reserve visible shortly after departure.
Appalachian Ridges
Deeply folded mountain ridges and narrow valleys of West Virginia and eastern Kentucky.
Ohio River
Dramatic views of the river's winding path as it carves through the hilly border of Kentucky.
Ozark National Forest
The rugged, forested plateau of northern Arkansas provides beautiful textures from cruising altitude.
Sam Houston Forest
The lush green canopy of one of Texas's four National Forests visible during the descent into IAH.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. It offers better views of the rugged mountain topography in West Virginia. Keep an eye out for the distinct geometric patterns of farmland in the Midwest and South.
Book Hotels in HoustonDistance: 2,163 km (1,344 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 53 min
Departure: ACY (39.45759963989258, -74.57720184326172)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: Domestic
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