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ECP → HOU
Which side of the plane to sit from Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (Panama City) to William P Hobby Airport (Houston)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a continuous view of the stunning Gulf of Mexico coastline, including the vibrant emerald waters of Florida and the sprawling Mississippi River Delta.
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Emerald Coast
Pristine white sand beaches and turquoise waters of Northwest Florida visible shortly after takeoff.
Mississippi River Delta
Aerial perspective of the complex bird-foot delta and wetlands where the river meets the Gulf.
Offshore Oil Platforms
Dozens of industrial rigs dotting the deep blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
Galveston Island
Historic Texas barrier island with its long beaches and seawall visible on the final approach.
Mid-day and afternoon flights offer the best lighting to see the color gradients in the water. Look for the sharp contrast between brown river silt and blue ocean water near the Louisiana coast. Choose a seat behind the wing for unobstructed photos of the coastline.
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Mobile Bay
A wide coastal bay and the active port infrastructure and shipping lanes of Alabama.
Lake Pontchartrain
Massive lake featuring the world's longest bridge over water, the 24-mile Causeway.
Atchafalaya Basin
Expansive views of America's largest river swamp and dense green wetlands.
Houston Skyline
Panoramic views of the downtown skyscrapers and industrial ship channel on descent into Hobby.
Choose the right side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you and avoid glare. This side offers the best views of the inland bayous, the sprawling New Orleans area, and the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway.
Book Hotels in HoustonDistance: 916 km (569 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: ECP (30.357106, -85.79541400000001)
Arrival: HOU (29.64539909, -95.27890015)
Route Type: Domestic
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