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CME → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Ciudad del Carmen International Airport (Ciudad Del Carmen) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a superior perspective of the Texas coastline, the bustling maritime activity of Galveston Bay, and the dramatic industrial landscape of the Houston Ship Channel during the descent into IAH.
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Offshore Oil Platforms
Numerous rigs and drilling platforms scattered across the Campeche Bank and the northern Gulf shelf.
Galveston Island
A clear view of the historic strand, the seawall, and the Pleasure Pier as the flight crosses into Texas.
Galveston Bay
A vast estuary filled with tankers and cargo ships queuing for entry into the inland ports.
Houston Ship Channel
A remarkable view of one of the world's busiest industrial waterways and the surrounding refinery complexes.
San Jacinto Monument
The world's tallest masonry column, marking the site of the 1836 battle for Texas independence.
The right side is essential for seeing the most iconic landmarks of the Texas coast. Try to book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Galveston seawall and the Houston skyline. Keep your camera ready as you cross the coastline, as the transition from the Gulf to the bay happens quickly.
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Laguna de Términos
A massive, shallow lagoon system and protected area visible immediately after takeoff from Ciudad del Carmen.
Bay of Campeche
The southern bight of the Gulf of Mexico where the blue waters are occasionally dotted with transit vessels.
Freeport Coastline
The initial sighting of the Texas coast, featuring long stretches of sandy barrier islands and the Brazos Delta.
Brazos River
The serpentine, silt-heavy river winding through the flat plains of southeast Texas as you descend.
Sit on the left for a direct view of the Mexican shoreline during departure. For afternoon flights, this side will be in the shade, providing more comfortable viewing and better conditions for photography without glare from the sun.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,310 km (814 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 45 min
Departure: CME (18.65369987487793, -91.79900360107422)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: International
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