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HOU → PIT
Which side of the plane to sit from William P Hobby Airport (Houston) to Pittsburgh International Airport (Pittsburgh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers the most iconic views of the Appalachian mountain ridges and provides a better vantage point for the Pittsburgh city skyline and the 'Three Rivers' confluence during the final approach.
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Houston Ship Channel
A birds-eye view of one of the world's busiest ports and the intricate network of canals and refineries.
Mississippi River Delta
View the massive, serpentine meanders and floodplains of the Mississippi River near the Memphis latitude.
Appalachian Ridges
Stunning views of the ancient, folded mountain chains of West Virginia and southwestern Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh Skyline
The iconic 'Golden Triangle' where the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers meet to form the Ohio River.
North Shore Stadiums
Clear views of Acrisure Stadium and PNC Park situated along the riverfront during the landing sequence.
The right side is highly recommended for morning flights to catch the sunrise over the Appalachians. To maximize your chances of seeing the Pittsburgh skyline, look out the window when the pilot announces the descent into the PIT area, as the flight path usually circles the city from the south or west.
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Sam Houston National Forest
Expansive views of the dense piney woods of East Texas shortly after departing the Houston metro area.
Ozark Plateau
Distant views of the rolling hills and plateau terrain across the Arkansas and Missouri border regions.
Tennessee River
Aerial perspective of the wide, winding river as the flight path crosses through western Tennessee and Kentucky.
Ohio River Valley
Dramatic views of the industrial and natural landscapes lining the Ohio River as you enter the tri-state area.
Midwestern Farmlands
A patchwork of agricultural fields and small towns across the rural landscape of southern Ohio.
Opt for the left side on late afternoon or evening flights to witness the sunset over the horizon without the sun's glare hitting your window directly. It is also the better side for viewing the sprawl of the northern Houston suburbs during the initial climb.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,820 km (1,131 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 26 min
Departure: HOU (29.64539909, -95.27890015)
Arrival: PIT (40.49150085, -80.23290253)
Route Type: Domestic
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