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IAH → MBJ
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to Sangster International Airport (Montego Bay)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior lighting away from the direct southern sun and provides a panoramic view of the Jamaican coastline and the lush interior mountains during the final descent.
Houston Ship Channel
Aerial view of one of the world's busiest ports and the intricate industrial waterways of Texas.
Galveston Bay
The expansive waters of the bay and the Fred Hartman Bridge shortly after takeoff.
Western Cuba
On clear days, the distant silhouette of the Pinar del Río province may be visible to the south.
Jamaican Blue Mountains
The verdant, mist-covered peaks of the interior rising up as you approach the island.
Montego Bay City
A top-down view of the colorful city, the 'Hip Strip,' and the bustling cruise ship pier.
Sit on the left (Port) side to avoid the harsh glare of the sun on this southeast-bound route. This side offers the best lighting for photography of the Jamaican landscape. Choose a seat ahead of the wing for an unobstructed view of the coastline during the base leg of the landing pattern.
Galveston Island
Clear views of the long barrier island, the seawall, and the Historic Pleasure Pier.
Gulf Oil Rigs
Look down to spot numerous offshore drilling platforms dotting the deep blue waters of the Gulf.
Grand Cayman
Depending on the specific ATC routing, you might catch a glimpse of the Cayman Islands to the south.
Negril Coastline
Views of the famous Seven Mile Beach and the westernmost tip of Jamaica upon approach.
Coral Reefs
Spectacular turquoise waters and underwater reef formations just before the wheels touch the runway.
The right side is excellent for spotting the transition from the deep ocean blue to the vivid turquoise of the Caribbean reefs. Be aware that the sun will be on this side for most of the flight, so keep your window shade down during the mid-flight cruise to avoid heat, but open it 20 minutes before landing.
Distance: 2,175 km (1,351 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 54 min
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: MBJ (18.503700256347656, -77.91339874267578)
Route Type: International
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