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BWI → HOU
Which side of the plane to sit from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore) to William P Hobby Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Appalachian ridge-and-valley formations, the winding Mississippi River, and typically provides a better angle for the Houston skyline during the descent into Hobby Airport.
Potomac River Valley
On clear days, see the winding Potomac and distant views of the Washington D.C. landmarks.
Shenandoah Valley
Spectacular views of the linear ridges and lush valleys of the Appalachian Mountains.
Mississippi River
Cross the continent's most famous waterway, often appearing as a massive silver snake through the landscape.
Houston Skyline
A prime view of the downtown skyscrapers including the JP Morgan Chase Tower as you approach HOU.
NRG Stadium
Spot the massive stadium complex and the Astrodome during the final descent phase.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to capture the sun illuminating the Appalachian ridges. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for the best shots of the Houston downtown area. In autumn, the mountain colors are particularly striking from this side.
Chesapeake Bay
Vibrant views of the massive estuary and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge shortly after departure.
Great Smoky Mountains
Panoramic views of the misty, blue-toned peaks along the Tennessee and North Carolina border.
Gulf Coast Bend
As the plane nears Texas, catch glimpses of the emerald waters and white sands of the Gulf of Mexico.
Galveston Bay
Observe the heavy shipping traffic and sprawling oil refineries characteristic of the Texas coast.
Atchafalaya Basin
The largest wetland and swamp in the United States, visible as a vast green network of waterways.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side is excellent for spotting the coastal transitions and the vast wetlands of Louisiana before crossing into Texas. Watch for the Bay Bridge within the first 10 minutes of flight.
Distance: 2,003 km (1,245 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 40 min
Departure: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Arrival: HOU (29.64539909, -95.27890015)
Route Type: Domestic
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