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IAH → JAX
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to Jacksonville International Airport (Jacksonville)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Gulf of Mexico coastline, the Mississippi River Delta, and the famous white-sand beaches of the Florida Panhandle.
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Houston Ship Channel
A complex network of refineries and tankers visible immediately after takeoff.
Mississippi Delta
The 'bird's foot' delta where the river empties massive amounts of sediment into the blue Gulf.
Gulf Islands National Seashore
Striking white sand barrier islands stretching along the Mississippi and Alabama coasts.
The Emerald Coast
Breathtaking turquoise waters and bright white beaches of Destin and Panama City.
St. Johns River
The wide, winding river that snakes through Jacksonville during the final approach.
The right side is the definitive choice for coastal scenery. For the best experience, book a morning flight to see the sun illuminate the turquoise waters of the Emerald Coast. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Florida state line for views of the Apalachicola Bay and the distinct coastline curves.
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East Texas Piney Woods
Dense evergreen forests visible shortly after departure from Houston.
Atchafalaya Basin
The largest wetland and swamp in the United States, featuring intricate bayous.
Port of Mobile
Views of the industrial skyline and shipping activities in Mobile, Alabama.
Lake Pontchartrain
The northern edge of the massive estuary located just north of New Orleans.
Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge
Primal swamp terrain visible near the Georgia-Florida border during descent.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare from the Gulf. This side is ideal for spotting the winding patterns of the Mississippi River and the deep greens of the inland forests and swamps. Look out for the Pearl River border between Louisiana and Mississippi.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,312 km (815 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 45 min
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: JAX (30.49410057067871, -81.68789672851562)
Route Type: Domestic
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