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HOU → MAF
Which side of the plane to sit from William P Hobby Airport (Houston) to Midland International Airport (Midland)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most diverse geographic views, including the scenic Texas Hill Country, the winding Colorado River lake systems, and the unique industrial geometry of the Permian Basin oil fields.
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Lake Travis & Lake Austin
Clear views of the blue waters and limestone cliffs of the highland lakes chain near Austin.
Enchanted Rock
The massive pink granite dome of this iconic state natural area stands out prominently from the surrounding plateau.
Llano Uplift
Rugged, ancient geological formations that mark the transition into the Texas Hill Country.
Permian Basin Oil Grid
A fascinating geometric grid of oil well pads and service roads that defines the landscape around Midland.
Horizon Sunsets
On evening flights, the right side provides a front-row seat to spectacular West Texas sunsets over the open plains.
Sit on the right side for morning flights to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Hill Country landmarks. For night arrivals, the right side offers views of the flickering gas flares from the oil fields, creating a unique 'sea of fire' effect across the dark basin.
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Downtown Houston Skyline
Unmatched views of the central business district skyscrapers shortly after departing HOU.
Brazos River Meanders
Watch the serpentine loops of the Brazos River as the plane climbs over the coastal plains.
West Texas Wind Farms
Massive clusters of white wind turbines stretching across the horizon near the descent into Midland.
Arid Transition
The visual shift from the lush green of Southeast Texas to the scrubby, semi-arid desert landscape.
The left side is preferable for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the northern sun. During night flights, look for the distant glow of San Antonio and Austin to the north-northwest as you pass through central Texas.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 709 km (441 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min
Departure: HOU (29.64539909, -95.27890015)
Arrival: MAF (31.9424991607666, -102.2020034790039)
Route Type: Domestic
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