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CHS → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Charleston Air Force Base-International Airport (Charleston) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Gulf Coastline, including the intricate Mississippi River Delta and the expansive Galveston Bay during the descent into Houston.
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Charleston Harbor
Aerial view of the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge and the historic Fort Sumter immediately after takeoff.
Savannah River
The winding border between South Carolina and Georgia, featuring the busy Port of Savannah.
Mobile Bay
A clear view of the Alabama coastline and the city of Mobile as the flight crosses the bay.
Mississippi Delta
The dramatic 'bird's foot' patterns where the Mississippi River meets the Gulf of Mexico.
Gulf Oil Rigs
Small industrial specs in the turquoise waters indicating the active offshore drilling sites.
Galveston Bay
Wide-angle views of the Texas coast, shipping channels, and the Kemah Boardwalk area on approach.
Sit on the left for the best coastal orientation. Since the route travels west, mid-day flights are ideal to keep the sun overhead rather than directly in your window. On clear days, the transition from the deep greens of the Louisiana bayous to the blue Gulf is stunning.
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Southeastern Piney Woods
Continuous stretches of dense evergreen forests across Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi.
Montgomery, Alabama
The capital city and the winding Alabama River visible in the heart of the Deep South.
Mississippi River
A high-altitude view of the massive river snaking through the fertile plains near Natchez.
Atchafalaya Basin
The largest river swamp in the United States, appearing as a labyrinth of water and cypress trees.
Lake Houston
A major reservoir and landmark that signals the final descent into the northern side of Houston.
The right side is excellent for sunset flights, as you will see the sky change colors over the inland landscape without the direct glare of the sun. Watch for the change in terrain from the hilly interior to the flat, watery coastal plains of East Texas.
Book Hotels in HoustonDistance: 1,486 km (923 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 59 min
Departure: CHS (32.89860153, -80.04049683)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: Domestic
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