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IAH → DGO
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to General Guadalupe Victoria International Airport (Durango)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the rugged Sierra Madre Occidental mountain range and the winding Rio Grande at the border.
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Rio Grande Crossing
The international border snaking through the desert near Eagle Pass or Laredo.
Sierra Madre Occidental
Dramatic, rugged mountain formations and deep canyons that dominate the approach to Durango.
Bolsón de Mapimí
A unique geological endorheic basin known for its striking desert landforms.
Volcanic Outcrops
Ancient volcanic fields and dark lava flows visible in the Durango desert landscapes.
Durango Cityscape
Excellent views of the city's colonial architecture and the surrounding valley during final approach.
The right side is premier for afternoon flights as the setting sun illuminates the western faces of the Sierra Madre peaks. Keep your camera ready about 30 minutes before landing for the most dramatic mountain and canyon scenery. Look for the distinct change from flat Texas desert to the high-altitude volcanic terrain of Durango.
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Clear views of downtown Houston and the sprawling medical center shortly after takeoff.
Texas Coastal Plains
The flat, fertile agricultural lands of Southeast Texas transitioning into ranch land.
Coahuila Basin
The stark and expansive arid landscapes of Northern Mexico featuring unique salt flats.
Sierra Madre Oriental
Distant silhouettes of the jagged eastern mountain range rising from the desert floor.
Durango Highlands
The semi-arid high plateau surrounding the destination as the plane begins its descent.
Select the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the western sun. This side provides a better perspective of the vastness of the Mexican interior plateau and the sprawling urban layout of Houston upon departure.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 1,118 km (695 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: DGO (24.1242008209, -104.527999878)
Route Type: International
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