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IAH → ACY
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to Atlantic City International Airport (Atlantic City)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the Gulf Coast shoreline early in the flight and the iconic Atlantic City boardwalk and coastline during the final approach.
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Louisiana Bayous
Intricate patterns of wetlands and marshy waterways along the southern Louisiana coastline.
Chesapeake Bay
A sweeping view of the massive bay, including bridge-tunnels and heavy shipping traffic.
Delaware Bay
See where the Delaware River meets the Atlantic Ocean, marked by sandbars and coastal inlets.
Atlantic City Boardwalk
The iconic cluster of casino skyscrapers and the historic wooden boardwalk along the oceanfront.
Jersey Shore
The white sandy beaches and barrier islands stretching north from Cape May.
Sit on the right side for the 'money shot' of the Atlantic City skyline. During the final approach into ACY, the plane often banks over the ocean, providing a clear view of the casinos and the beach. On afternoon flights, the sun will be behind the plane, illuminating the coastline perfectly for photos.
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Houston Outskirts
View the sprawling suburbs and the industrial energy corridor of Northeast Houston shortly after takeoff.
Mississippi River
Witness the massive, winding bends of the Mississippi River as it carves through the deep south.
Appalachian Mountains
Cross over the rolling, forested peaks of the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains.
Pine Barrens
The dense, unique ecosystem of the New Jersey Pine Barrens becomes visible during the descent into ACY.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. It offers better views of the inland Appalachian range and the transition from southern forests to the Mid-Atlantic urban corridor. Look for the distinct ridges of West Virginia and Virginia mid-flight.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,163 km (1,344 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 53 min
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: ACY (39.45759963989258, -74.57720184326172)
Route Type: Domestic
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