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DFW → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Dallas skyline immediately after takeoff from DFW, followed by a series of significant reservoirs and the growing suburban sprawl of The Woodlands upon descent into Houston.
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DFW Airport Perimeter
Get a bird's-eye view of one of the world's largest airport complexes during the initial climb.
Fort Worth Skyline
Depending on the runway, you may catch the distinct architecture of downtown Fort Worth to the west.
Lake Conroe
A popular recreational lake surrounded by luxury developments and dense forestation.
The Woodlands
A view of the master-planned community hidden beneath a thick forest canopy just north of Houston.
Houston Skyline
On the final approach into IAH, the downtown Houston skyline and the Williams Tower are often visible in the distance.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Texas plains. It generally provides better views of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex layout during departure and the suburban sprawl of North Houston during landing.
Book Hotels in HoustonDowntown Dallas
Clear views of the Reunion Tower and the central business district if the flight path tracks slightly east after departure.
Cedar Creek Reservoir
A massive freshwater lake in East Texas known for its irregular shoreline and boating activity.
I-45 Corridor
Trace the main artery connecting the two megacities as it cuts through the Texas landscape.
Lake Livingston
One of the largest lakes in Texas, offering expansive blue vistas shortly before the descent begins.
Sam Houston National Forest
A dense canopy of pine trees covering over 160,000 acres of the Piney Woods region.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while viewing the East Texas lakes. This side provides a better view of Lake Livingston, which is the most prominent geographic feature on the route.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 362 km (225 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: Domestic
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