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IAH → ICT
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to Wichita Eisenhower National Airport (Wichita)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the sprawling Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex and several major North Texas reservoirs before transitioning into the rolling green landscapes of the Flint Hills region near Wichita.
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Sam Houston National Forest
A vast expanse of piney woods visible immediately after departing IAH to the north.
Dallas Metroplex
Spectacular views of the Dallas skyline and the intricate highway interchanges of North Texas.
Lake Texoma
The massive reservoir on the Texas-Oklahoma border, easily identifiable by its distinct 'V' shape.
Flint Hills Edge
As you enter Kansas, observe the transition to the tallgrass prairie ecosystem and the Arkansas River valley.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, highlighting the city glass of Dallas and the water surfaces of Lake Conroe and Lake Texoma. Keep your camera ready about 25 minutes into the flight for the best DFW aerial views.
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West Houston Suburbs
Expansive views of The Woodlands and the master-planned communities north of Houston shortly after takeoff.
Brazos River Meanders
Watch the complex, winding paths of the Brazos River as it cuts through the Texas coastal plain.
Arbuckle Mountains
A glimpse of some of the oldest exposed peaks in the United States located in south-central Oklahoma.
Oklahoma City Skyline
A distant view of the Devon Tower and the urban center of Oklahoma's capital city during the descent.
For morning flights, the left side provides excellent lighting without the direct sun glare. Watch for the 'patchwork quilt' irrigation patterns once you cross into Kansas, which are particularly vibrant in the late spring and summer.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 874 km (543 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: ICT (37.649899, -97.433098)
Route Type: Domestic
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