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IAH → MUC
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to Munich Airport (Munich)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular sunrise over the Atlantic and a more direct view of the Bavarian Alps during the descent into Munich.
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Gulf Coast Sunset
Enjoy the transition of golden hour light over the American South shortly after departure.
East Coast Glow
Nighttime views of the brightly lit megalopolis corridor between Washington D.C. and Boston.
Atlantic Sunrise
A front-row seat to the sun rising over the horizon, typically 2 to 3 hours before arrival.
Rhine Valley
Views of the winding Rhine River and the industrial heartland of Germany as you enter German airspace.
Bavarian Alps
On clear days, the southern horizon reveals snow-capped Alpine peaks during the final approach into Munich.
Expect the sunrise to be quite bright on this side; use an eye mask if you plan to sleep late. The Alpine views on approach are highly dependent on the landing direction, but the right side generally offers the most consistent mountain panoramas.
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Houston Departure
Catch the sprawling urban layout of Greater Houston and the ship channel shortly after takeoff.
Canadian Maritimes
Scenic views of the rugged Newfoundland coastline before starting the Atlantic crossing.
Northern Lights
On winter night flights, this side offers the best chance to spot the Aurora Borealis over the North Atlantic.
Low Countries
Early morning views of the dense urban networks and canals of Belgium and the Netherlands.
Hallertau Hops
View the world's largest hop-growing region just north of Munich during the final descent.
Keep your window shade down during the middle of the flight to help others sleep, but peak out as you cross over the Benelux region. This side is superior for potential Aurora sightings during winter months.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 8,699 km (5,405 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 14 min
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Route Type: International
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