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IAH → LHR
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to London Heathrow Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this transatlantic route, offering potential views of the Northern Lights during the night, the rugged Canadian coastline, and a better perspective of London's northern landmarks during the typical landing pattern.
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East Coast Hubs
Glimpse the distant lights of New York and Boston as you head toward the Atlantic.
Newfoundland Coast
Rugged cliffs and deep fjords of the Canadian eastern seaboard visible before the ocean crossing.
Aurora Borealis
Spectacular light displays often visible on this side during the dark transatlantic crossing in winter.
Northern Ireland
The lush green landscapes of the Emerald Isle upon first landfall over the Atlantic.
North London
Views of Wembley Stadium and the northern suburbs during the final LHR descent.
For the best chance to see the Aurora Borealis, fly during the winter months and keep your window shade open during the middle of the flight. If the flight path takes a more northerly Great Circle route, you might catch the icy tip of Greenland. On approach to LHR, this side often sees Windsor Castle if approaching from the west.
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Ocean Sunrise
Vibrant orange and pink hues reflecting off the Atlantic cloud deck as you approach Europe.
Appalachians
The ancient, folded ridges of the Appalachian range visible shortly after the climb from Houston.
Atlantic Horizon
Expansive views of the vast ocean and sunrise-lit cloud formations during the crossing.
Celtic Sea
The deep blue waters and whitecaps between Ireland and the UK mainland.
Central London
Views of the Thames, the Shard, and the London Eye on a standard easterly approach.
This side is perfect for early risers who want to witness a spectacular sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. During the descent into Heathrow, if the plane enters a holding pattern or approaches from the east (Runway 27L/R), you will often get a panoramic view of the Thames River and the skyscrapers of Canary Wharf.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 7,763 km (4,824 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 8 min
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Route Type: International
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