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IAH → MLU
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to Monroe Regional Airport (Monroe)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the sprawling East Texas wetlands, the winding Trinity River, and a better angle of the Ouachita River during the final descent into Monroe.
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Lake Houston
A massive reservoir visible immediately after takeoff, serving as a primary water source for the city.
Trinity River Basin
Follow the winding, serpentine path of one of the most significant river systems in Texas.
Toledo Bend Reservoir
Catch the distant sun reflecting off this massive border reservoir between Texas and Louisiana.
Ouachita River
The primary geographical feature winding through Monroe, clearly visible during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights as the western sun illuminates the river valleys below. Watch for the Ouachita River's tight bends as you descend into Monroe; the river often looks like a silver ribbon from the air.
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The Woodlands
View the carefully planned urban forest and residential grid north of Houston.
Sam Houston National Forest
Thousands of acres of dense pine and hardwood trees covering the East Texas landscape.
East Texas Plains
The transition from Houston's urban sprawl to the rural agricultural lands of the Piney Woods.
IAH Operations
Excellent view of the airport's northern runways and taxiways during a north-facing departure.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the rising sun. Look for the distinct contrast between the organized urban canopy of The Woodlands and the wilder forest land shortly after takeoff.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 421 km (262 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: MLU (32.51089859008789, -92.0376968383789)
Route Type: Domestic
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