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IAH → AGU
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to Jesús Terán Paredo International Airport (Aguascalientes)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the rugged Sierra Madre Oriental mountain ranges and the winding Rio Grande border crossing.
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Texas Brush Country
Expansive views of the South Texas ranching territories and geometric agricultural patterns.
Rio Grande
The serpentine river marking the international boundary between the United States and Mexico.
Sierra Madre Oriental
Dramatic, folded limestone ridges and deep canyons characteristic of the northern Mexican cordillera.
Aguascalientes Valley
Panoramic views of the Bajío region's industrial hubs and vineyards during the final approach.
This side is best for afternoon and evening flights to catch the sunset behind the mountains. Keep an eye out for the stark transition when crossing the border near Laredo, where the terrain becomes significantly more mountainous.
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Houston Skyline
Glimpse the downtown skyscrapers and the sprawling medical center shortly after takeoff.
Gulf of Mexico
Distant views of the turquoise waters and the Texas coastline as the plane heads south.
Cerro de la Silla
The iconic saddle-shaped mountain landmark located in Monterrey, Nuevo León.
Central Mexican Plateau
High-altitude desert landscapes featuring unique vegetation and mining regions.
Recommended for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the horizon. Watch for the dramatic shift from the flat Texas plains to the rugged Mexican topography about 45 minutes into the flight.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 1,155 km (718 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: AGU (21.705601, -102.318001)
Route Type: International
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