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IAH → GSP
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to Greenville Spartanburg International Airport (Greenville)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers superior views of the Appalachian foothills and the dense forests of the Southeast, especially during the descent into South Carolina.
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Sam Houston National Forest
Vibrant green canopy of the East Texas Piney Woods visible shortly after takeoff from Houston.
Mississippi River Crossing
A massive, winding waterway marking the border between Louisiana and Mississippi with intricate oxbow lakes.
Birmingham Skyline
A clear view of the 'Steel City' and its industrial landscape as you cross central Alabama.
Blue Ridge Foothills
The rising elevation and rolling terrain of the southern Appalachian range during the descent into the Upstate.
North Atlanta Suburbs
Aerial view of the sprawling northern perimeter and the dense tree coverage of the Georgia suburbs.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Afternoon flights are ideal on this side to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun, allowing for better photography of the Mississippi River and the Appalachian foothills. Keep an eye out for the distinctive red clay of Georgia as you transition into the Piedmont region.
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A distant view of the Gulf of Mexico's horizon and the shimmering waters of Galveston Bay during initial climb.
Atchafalaya Basin
The unique, watery labyrinth of the nation's largest river swamp spanning south-central Louisiana.
Lake Pontchartrain
Visibility of the massive estuary near New Orleans, especially on clear days with high-altitude cruising.
Atlanta Skyline
A spectacular view of the downtown and midtown high-rises if the flight path tracks slightly south of the city.
Lake Hartwell
The jagged, finger-like shoreline of this massive reservoir on the Georgia-South Carolina border during final approach.
The right side is best for morning flights to catch the early light over the Gulf Coast horizon. During the final 20 minutes of the flight, watch for the massive Lake Hartwell, which serves as a primary landmark for the approach into GSP. Note that this side may experience significant sun glare during afternoon travel.
Book Hotels in GreenvilleDistance: 1,346 km (836 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 48 min
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: GSP (34.895698547399995, -82.2189025879)
Route Type: Domestic
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