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DAL → HOU
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Love Field (Dallas) to William P Hobby Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most dramatic views of the urban architecture, featuring a close-up of the Dallas skyline upon departure and a sweeping view of the Houston skyline and Medical Center during the descent.
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Dallas Skyline
Unmatched views of Reunion Tower and the downtown skyscrapers immediately after departure from Love Field.
Trinity River
The winding river and its expansive green floodplains as they snake south toward the Gulf.
Lake Conroe
A major recreational hub visible as the flight transitions from rural East Texas into the Houston suburbs.
Houston Downtown
A spectacular view of the concentrated skyscraper district during the low-altitude descent into Hobby.
Texas Medical Center
The world's largest medical complex, recognizable by its dense cluster of specialized high-rise buildings.
The right side is the 'skyline side' for this route. For the best photography, choose a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. During evening flights, the glass towers of both cities reflect the sunset beautifully. This side also offers a better view of the massive highway interchanges that define Texas infrastructure.
Book Hotels in HoustonFair Park
The historic site of the State Fair of Texas and the Cotton Bowl stadium visible shortly after takeoff.
Cedar Creek Reservoir
One of the largest lakes in Texas, providing a bright blue contrast to the surrounding greenery.
Sam Houston National Forest
Dense piney woods of East Texas stretching across the horizon north of the Houston metro.
San Jacinto Monument
Look for the world's tallest masonry column marking the site of the 1836 battle for Texas independence.
Houston Ship Channel
The intricate industrial maze of one of the world's busiest ports on the final approach.
Sit on the left side during morning flights to avoid the harsh Texas sun. This side is ideal for spotting the vast network of reservoirs and the dense forest canopy of East Texas. If the plane approaches HOU from the south, you'll catch a glimpse of the Galveston Bay coastline.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 386 km (240 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 39 min
Departure: DAL (32.847099, -96.851799)
Arrival: HOU (29.64539909, -95.27890015)
Route Type: Domestic
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