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HOU â ECP
Which side of the plane to sit from William P Hobby Airport (Houston) to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (Panama City)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Gulf of Mexico coastline, the Mississippi Delta, and the stunning white-sand beaches of the Florida Panhandle during the descent into ECP.
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Galveston Bay
The industrial beauty of the Houston Ship Channel and the barrier islands of the Texas coast.
Mississippi River Delta
Aerial perspective of the 'bird's foot' delta where the river meets the sediment-rich Gulf waters.
Emerald Coast
Breathtaking views of the turquoise waters and sugar-white sands between Pensacola and Panama City.
Gulf Horizon
An unobstructed view of the vast blue Gulf of Mexico, often featuring offshore oil rigs.
The right side is the best choice for coastal scenery. For the most vibrant water colors over the Emerald Coast, book a morning flight when the sun is in the east. Avoid late afternoon flights if you dislike glare, as the sun will be reflecting directly off the Gulf water on this side.
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Houston Skyline
A panoramic view of downtown Houston and the Texas Medical Center shortly after departure from HOU.
Lake Pontchartrain Causeway
Look for the world's longest bridge over water as you pass just north of New Orleans.
Mobile Bay
View the massive shipping lanes, the port of Mobile, and potentially the USS Alabama battleship.
Blackwater River State Forest
Dense green canopies and winding dark-water rivers typical of the inland Gulf Coast.
Choose the left side for better views of inland landmarks and urban centers like New Orleans and Mobile. This side is particularly interesting during night flights to see the dense lighting of the I-10 corridor. Watch for the massive 24-mile Causeway bridge spanning Lake Pontchartrain.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 916 km (569 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: HOU (29.64539909, -95.27890015)
Arrival: ECP (30.357106, -85.79541400000001)
Route Type: Domestic
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