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IAH → MTY
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to General Mariano Escobedo International Airport (Monterrey)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the premier view of Monterrey's iconic 'Cerro de la Silla' (Saddle Hill) and the sprawling metropolitan skyline during the final descent into MTY.
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Houston Skyline
Aerial perspective of downtown Houston and the Texas Medical Center shortly after departure from IAH.
Gulf Coastline
Distant views of the Texas coast and the winding bayous south of Houston.
Rio Grande
The meandering international border between the United States and Mexico near the Laredo corridor.
Cerro de la Silla
The most famous landmark of Monterrey, shaped like a saddle, visible during the approach to the airport.
Monterrey Metropolis
Panoramic views of the dense urban center and the Santa Lucia Riverwalk as the plane aligns for landing.
Sit in a window seat forward of the wing for unobstructed views of the mountains. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for the Sierra Madre peaks, as the sun illuminates the eastern rock faces. Watch for the dramatic transition from the flat Texas coastal plains to the jagged Mexican peaks.
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South Texas Ranchlands
Vast stretches of brush country and geometric agricultural patterns typical of the South Texas landscape.
Falcon Lake
Depending on the flight path, a massive reservoir on the Rio Grande used for irrigation and power.
Sierra Madre Oriental
The rugged western silhouette of the northern mountain range as you cross into Nuevo León.
Industrial Monterrey
Views of the major industrial parks and manufacturing hubs located on the northern outskirts of the city.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. It provides a clearer view of the vast, arid landscapes of the Chihuahuan Desert transition zone. Keep an eye out for the steep escarpments of the Sierra Madre rising sharply from the desert floor.
Book Hotels in MonterreyDistance: 662 km (411 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: MTY (25.7784996033, -100.107002258)
Route Type: International
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