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BON → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Flamingo International Airport (Kralendijk) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers prime views of the pink salt pans of Bonaire at takeoff and the spectacular coastline of the Yucatan Peninsula and Cozumel during the mid-flight transit.
Pekelmeer Salt Pans
Stunning views of the bright pink salt evaporation ponds and the white salt pyramids on the southern tip of Bonaire.
Western Cuba Coast
Depending on the specific airway, the lush, green mountains of Pinar del Río are often visible in the distance.
Cozumel and Riviera Maya
A major highlight featuring the turquoise waters surrounding Cozumel island and the dense jungle of the Yucatan.
Gulf Coast Wetlands
The intricate mosaic of bayous and marshes where the Mississippi Delta influence meets the Texas coastline.
Galveston Bay
Clear views of the Galveston Island coastline and the bridge connecting it to the Texas mainland during descent.
Sit on the right for morning flights to avoid the glare of the sun. The Yucatan transit is the most scenic part of the flight; the color shift from deep ocean blue to neon turquoise near Cozumel is breathtaking. Keep your window shade up about 2-3 hours into the flight.
Bonaire West Coast
Aerial views of the crystal-clear reefs and the capital city of Kralendijk immediately after takeoff.
Central Caribbean Sea
Vast stretches of deep blue water with occasional sightings of cargo ships traversing international shipping lanes.
Gulf Oil Platforms
As the plane approaches the Texas coast, the left side provides a perspective of the massive offshore oil rigs.
Houston Skyline
On a typical approach to IAH from the south, the left side offers views of the Downtown Houston skyscrapers.
The left side is the better choice for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico. During landing, this side often provides a clearer view of the Houston Ship Channel and the sprawling industrial landscape of East Texas.
Distance: 3,424 km (2,128 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 2 min
Departure: BON (12.130999565124512, -68.26850128173828)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: International
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