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BZE → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (Belize City) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers an elite viewing experience of the Belize Barrier Reef and the turquoise cayes immediately after departure, followed by a scenic crossing of the Texas coastline and Galveston Bay.
Belize Barrier Reef
Unbeatable views of the world's second-largest reef system with striking turquoise water transitions.
Ambergris Caye
A clear look at San Pedro and the string of islands that make up the northern Belize coastline.
Progreso Pier
Visible as a long line extending nearly 4 miles into the Gulf from the tip of the Yucatan Peninsula.
Galveston Island
Classic views of the Texas beaches, the Pleasure Pier, and the historic seawall as you enter US airspace.
Houston Ship Channel
A fascinating industrial landscape of massive container ships and refineries lining the path toward the port.
The first 15 minutes are the most scenic for this side; have your camera ready the moment you leave the runway. In late afternoon, the lighting on the Texas coast provides excellent contrast for photography of the Galveston barrier islands and the intricate marshlands.
Belizean Rainforest
Aerial perspective of the dense tropical canopy and the winding Belize River shortly after takeoff.
Yucatan Basin
Views of the vast limestone plains and occasional agricultural settlements in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo.
Gulf Horizon
The deep blue expanse of the Gulf of Mexico as the flight tracks northwest toward the United States.
Houston Suburbs
Sprawling views of the residential developments and green spaces to the south and west of the city center.
Choose this side for morning departures to avoid the intense tropical sun. It is particularly good for spotting the winding Brazos River and the flat, green landscapes of the Texas coastal plains during the final 20 minutes of flight.
Distance: 1,557 km (967 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 5 min
Departure: BZE (17.539100646972653, -88.30819702148438)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: International
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