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BJX → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Del Bajío International Airport (Del Bajio) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic limestone ridges of the Sierra Madre Oriental and the iconic mountain peaks near Monterrey before transitioning into the Texas coastal plains.
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Sierra de Guanajuato
Dramatic view of the rugged mountain ranges surrounding the Bajio region immediately after departure.
San Luis Potosi
Aerial perspective of this major industrial hub and its colonial center located on the high plateau.
Cerro de la Silla
The iconic saddle-shaped mountain of Monterrey, visible as you traverse the northern Mexican state of Nuevo Leon.
Rio Grande
The serpentine river marking the international boundary between the United States and Mexico near Laredo.
Sam Houston National Forest
Dense green canopies visible during the northern approach into the Houston metropolitan area.
Houston Skyline
A view of the downtown skyscrapers and the Medical Center during the descent and final approach phase.
Book a seat on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind the plane, which enhances the colors of the Sierra Madre ridges. On the approach to IAH, the left side often gets a clearer view of the downtown skyline if the plane loops around from the north.
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Chichimecas Desert
The vast, arid landscapes of the Mexican Altiplano stretching toward the eastern horizon.
Tamaulipas Plains
Flat agricultural expanses and brushland that characterize the transition toward the Gulf of Mexico.
Gulf of Mexico Coastline
Distant views of the turquoise waters and barrier islands of the Texas coast on a clear day.
Falcon Lake
A massive reservoir on the Rio Grande that straddles the border, offering a unique geographic landmark.
Houston Ship Channel
One of the world's busiest ports, featuring a complex network of waterways, docks, and industrial sites.
Galveston Bay
The large estuary leading into the Gulf, often visible during the final descent into Houston.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the horizon without direct glare. Keep an eye out for the complex industrial geometry of the refineries and the San Jacinto Monument as you descend into the Houston area.
Book Hotels in HoustonDistance: 1,174 km (729 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min
Departure: BJX (20.9935, -101.481003)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: International
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