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HOU → SAN
Which side of the plane to sit from William P Hobby Airport (Houston) to San Diego International Airport (San Diego)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the iconic low-altitude approach over downtown San Diego and the rugged peaks of West Texas.
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Guadalupe Mountains
Look for Guadalupe Peak, the highest point in Texas, rising sharply from the desert floor.
White Sands
The distinct, bright white gypsum dune fields of New Mexico visible in the distance.
Phoenix Sky Harbor
A clear view of the sprawling Phoenix metropolitan area and Camelback Mountain.
Cuyamaca Mountains
Rugged, pine-topped ridges that mark the final descent into the coastal basin.
Downtown San Diego
The famous close-up fly-by of skyscrapers and Balboa Park just seconds before touchdown.
The right side is essential for the world-famous approach into SAN. To maximize the experience, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the mountains and the city skyline perfectly.
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Galveston Bay
Aerial views of the Texas coastline and the Gulf of Mexico during the initial climb.
El Paso and Juárez
The dense urban grid of the US-Mexico border divided by the winding Rio Grande.
Sonoran Desert
Vast stretches of arid landscapes and volcanic fields in southern Arizona.
Salton Sea
A massive, shimmering inland saline lake located in the California desert.
San Diego Bay
Views of Coronado Island and the Pacific Ocean during the final landing sequence.
Sit on the left for better views of the international border and the unique colors of the Salton Sea. This side is also less likely to have direct sun glare on westbound afternoon flights.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,108 km (1,310 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 49 min
Departure: HOU (29.64539909, -95.27890015)
Arrival: SAN (32.7336006165, -117.190002441)
Route Type: Domestic
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