GCM → IAH

Seven Mile Beach

Aerial view of the world-famous crescent-shaped beach and the luxury resorts of Grand Cayman immediately after takeoff.

North Sound

Clear views of the shallow turquoise waters and sandbars where Stingray City is located.

Yucatan Peninsula

Depending on the flight path, distant views of the white sands of Cancun and the Riviera Maya as you cross the channel.

Downtown Houston

On clear northern approaches into IAH, you can see the high-rise clusters of the central business district to the south.

Sam Houston National Forest

Lush pine forests and residential developments north of the airport during the final descent.

Rum Point

View of the northern tip of Grand Cayman and the reef-protected lagoons of the East End.

Gulf of Mexico

Expansive views of the deep blue Gulf, often featuring large cargo vessels and oil tankers navigating toward the US coast.

Galveston Bay

The complex coastline and wetlands surrounding the Texas coast and the Bolivar Peninsula.

Houston Ship Channel

One of the world's busiest ports with massive industrial infrastructure visible during the landing pattern.

Lake Houston

A large reservoir and recreational area just east of the airport, often visible during final approach.