GUA → IAH

Guatemalan Volcanoes

Unobstructed views of Volcán de Agua, Fuego, and Acatenango immediately after departure from GUA.

Lake Atitlán

The massive volcanic crater lake surrounded by steep peaks is often visible as you head northwest.

Sierra Madre de Chiapas

Dramatic mountain ridges and deep valleys as the flight crosses into southern Mexico.

Veracruz Coastline

Views of the historic port city of Veracruz and the curve of the Mexican Gulf Coast.

Tamaulipas Plains

The transition from lush southern vegetation to the more arid coastal plains of northern Mexico.

Houston Skyline

On specific landing patterns from the south, the Downtown Houston skyscrapers appear out the left window.

Lake Izabal

Guatemala's largest lake and the Rio Dulce region can be seen in the distance to the east.

Petén Jungles

Views toward the vast tropical rainforests of northern Guatemala and the Belize border.

Gulf of Mexico

A long stretch of deep blue water as the flight path cuts across the western Gulf.

Offshore Oil Rigs

Visible as small dots and platforms when approaching the Texas coast.

Galveston Island

Excellent views of the barrier islands and the Gulf beaches during the descent into IAH.

Houston Ship Channel

The intricate network of waterways and massive cargo ships entering one of the world's busiest ports.