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DEN → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Denver International Airport (Denver) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point of the Rocky Mountain Front Range immediately after takeoff, followed by unique views of the high plains canyons and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
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Pikes Peak
Visible shortly after departure, this 14,115-foot summit dominates the southern Colorado skyline.
Garden of the Gods
Look for the bright red sandstone formations near Colorado Springs during the initial climb.
Palo Duro Canyon
The second largest canyon in the US, featuring dramatic red rock layers near the Texas Panhandle.
Dallas-Fort Worth
The massive urban sprawl and the lights of the DFW airport are often visible during the mid-flight cruise.
Lake Conroe
Beautiful waterfront communities and golf courses visible just before the final approach into IAH.
Book a window seat on the right for sunset flights; the colors over the Texas plains are often breathtaking. Keep your camera ready within the first 15 minutes of flight for the best views of the Colorado Rockies. During winter, the snow-capped peaks provide a sharp contrast to the desert floor below.
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Arkansas River
Watch as the flight crosses the winding path of one of the major tributaries of the Mississippi.
Oklahoma City
A clear view of the Oklahoma State Capitol and the downtown skyline if the flight path tracks eastward.
Lake Texoma
One of the largest reservoirs in the United States, straddling the border of Oklahoma and Texas.
Sam Houston National Forest
Dense, lush greenery marking the transition into the humid subtropical climate of East Texas.
Lake Livingston
A massive water body that serves as a primary landmark for flights entering the Houston terminal area.
Morning flights are best on the left side to avoid the harsh glare of the rising sun. Look for the distinct transition from the brown, arid landscapes of the high plains to the deep greens of the Piney Woods as you descend toward Houston.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,387 km (862 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 51 min
Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: Domestic
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