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BTR → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (Baton Rouge) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the intricate Mississippi River bends, the expansive Atchafalaya Basin, and the industrial hub of the Gulf Coast, often providing a glimpse of the Houston skyline on descent.
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Mississippi River
Catch a view of the massive river winding south as you climb out of Baton Rouge.
Atchafalaya Basin
America's largest river swamp, offering a mosaic of wetlands, cypress trees, and bayous.
Industrial Corridor
View the massive refineries and shipping infrastructure along the Neches River and Beaumont area.
Houston Skyline
On clear days, the skyscrapers of Downtown Houston and the Medical Center are visible to the south during descent.
Sit on the left (Port) side for the best chance to see the Houston skyline. Morning flights offer excellent light for photographing the Atchafalaya swamps without the sun's glare, which will be to your south.
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Baton Rouge Suburbs
Aerial views of the state capital's northern residential expansion and local parks.
Piney Woods
The dense forests of the Big Thicket area and East Texas timberlands dominate this view.
Lake Houston
A significant reservoir on the San Jacinto River visible as the aircraft enters the IAH traffic pattern.
The right side is ideal for travelers who prefer rural landscapes and forest views. If the flight lands to the east, you may get a closer look at the pine forests of the Sam Houston National Forest area.
Book Hotels in HoustonDistance: 407 km (253 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 41 min
Departure: BTR (30.533199, -91.149597)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: Domestic
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