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IAH → GPT
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to Gulfport Biloxi International Airport (Gulfport)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Gulf of Mexico, the intricate patterns of the Mississippi River Delta, and the beautiful barrier islands as you approach Gulfport.
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Houston Ship Channel
One of the world's busiest ports, filled with massive tankers and sprawling industrial infrastructure.
Upper Texas Coast
The transition from the industrial coast to the marshy wildlife refuges of the Anahuac region.
Mississippi River Mouth
Observe the sediment-rich waters of the mighty Mississippi as it empties into the Gulf of Mexico.
Mississippi Sound Islands
Stunning views of Cat Island and Ship Island, characterized by white sand and turquoise waters.
Port of Gulfport
A clear view of the shipping containers and the coastal casinos lining the Biloxi-Gulfport shoreline.
For the best experience, choose a morning flight to avoid the glare of the southern sun reflecting off the Gulf. The Mississippi River Delta is best seen from a window seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the water patterns.
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North Houston Sprawl
View the dense residential and highway networks of the Woodlands and Humble area immediately after takeoff.
Atchafalaya Basin
The largest wetland and swamp in the United States, featuring deep green canopies and winding bayous.
Pontchartrain Causeway
The world's longest continuous bridge over water, stretching across the massive Lake Pontchartrain.
New Orleans Skyline
Aerial perspective of the French Quarter, the Superdome, and the dense urban layout of the Big Easy.
De Soto National Forest
Lush pine forests of Southern Mississippi visible during the final descent into GPT.
Sit on the left for a night flight to see the brilliant lights of New Orleans. If flying during the day, keep your camera ready for the Causeway bridge, which is a marvel of engineering visible shortly before the descent begins.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 604 km (375 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: GPT (30.40730094909668, -89.07009887695312)
Route Type: Domestic
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