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GDL → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (Guadalajara) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an immediate and stunning view of Lake Chapala upon departure, followed by the dramatic ridges of the Sierra Madre Oriental and views of the Gulf of Mexico on approach to Houston.
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Lake Chapala
Mexico's largest freshwater lake is visible almost immediately after takeoff from GDL, providing a massive blue contrast to the terrain.
Sierra Madre Oriental
Dramatic limestone ridges and folded mountain peaks that define the eastern edge of the Mexican Plateau.
South Texas Ranchlands
Geometric patterns of vast cattle ranches and oil pads characteristic of the Brush Country south of San Antonio.
Gulf of Mexico Horizon
As you approach Houston, the shimmering waters of the Gulf and the Texas coastline become visible to the east.
Galveston Bay
Aerial perspective of the intricate waterways, the Houston Ship Channel, and the heavy maritime traffic heading to port.
Choose the right side for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Sierra Madre mountains. Be ready with your camera within 5 minutes of takeoff for Lake Chapala. During the final 20 minutes of flight, watch for the shift from dry ranchland to the wet, green coastal plains of the Texas Gulf Coast.
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Expansive views of the high altitude plateaus and rolling hills of the Mexican interior shortly after departure.
Monterrey Distant Skyline
On clear days, see the industrial sprawl and unique mountain silhouettes like Cerro de la Silla to the east.
Chihuahuan Desert Edge
Observe the transition from lush highlands to the arid, rugged terrain of Northern Mexico.
The Rio Grande
The winding river marking the international border between Coahuila/Tamaulipas and Texas.
Downtown Houston
If landing from the north on runways 26 or 27, the left side offers a clear view of the central business district.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind you and avoid harsh glare. This side is superior for spotting the dense urban sprawl of Houston during the descent if the flight path circles from the north.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,322 km (821 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 46 min
Departure: GDL (20.521799087524418, -103.31099700927734)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: International
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