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AMA → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (Amarillo) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for viewing the rugged Caprock Escarpment shortly after takeoff and typically provides a clear view of the Houston skyline and the Energy Corridor during the final approach into IAH.
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Caprock Escarpment
The dramatic geological boundary where the High Plains drop off into the lower Rolling Plains of West Texas.
Bryan-College Station
Look for the home of Texas A&M University, including Kyle Field, visible about 30 minutes before landing.
Houston Skyline
During standard northern approaches, the skyscrapers of Downtown and Uptown Houston are prominently visible to the south.
Energy Corridor
View the sprawling corporate campuses and urban density that define North Houston's industrial landscape.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind you or overhead. For the best view of the Houston skyline, ensure you are seated behind the wing. If the plane lands from the west, you may also see the Addicks and Barker Reservoirs.
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Palo Duro Canyon Edge
Catch glimpses of the northern reaches of 'The Grand Canyon of Texas' shortly after departing the Panhandle.
Brazos River Basin
Watch the landscape transition as the dry plains give way to the winding, reddish waters of the Brazos River.
Sam Houston National Forest
A vast expanse of green piney woods appearing as you descend from the higher plains into the humid Gulf Coast region.
Lake Livingston
One of the largest reservoirs in Texas, visible to the east just before the final descent patterns begin.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. This side is better for observing the transition into the dense East Texas piney woods. Watch for the stark contrast between the flat farmland and the sudden forestation near Huntsville.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 833 km (518 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: AMA (35.219398, -101.706001)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: Domestic
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