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IAH → OKC
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to Will Rogers World Airport (Oklahoma City)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Dallas-Fort Worth skyline, several large Texas reservoirs, and a better angle of the approach into Oklahoma City.
Sam Houston National Forest
A vast expanse of piney woods visible during the initial climb north of Houston.
Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex
Depending on the specific flight corridor, you can often see the skylines of Dallas and Fort Worth to the east.
Lake Lewisville
One of the largest lakes in North Texas, easily identifiable by its prominent bridge and irregular shoreline.
The Red River
The distinctively reddish, sandy riverbed that forms the natural border between Texas and Oklahoma.
Tinker Air Force Base
A major military installation with massive hangars and runways visible on the final descent into OKC.
The right side is generally better for afternoon flights as the sun is to the west. Keep an eye out about 30-40 minutes into the flight for the DFW area. On the approach into OKC, the right side often provides a clearer view of the downtown skyline if landing from the north.
West Houston Suburbs
Aerial views of the sprawling Energy Corridor and the Katy area shortly after takeoff.
Brazos River
Look for the dramatic winding loops of the Brazos River as it cuts through the Texas landscape.
Agricultural Patterns
Watch the transition from East Texas greenery to the distinctive circular and square crop patterns of the Southern Plains.
Lake Texoma
A massive reservoir on the border of Texas and Oklahoma often visible to the west.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side is also preferable if you want to see the expansive flat horizons and the sunset on late-evening departures from IAH.
Distance: 637 km (396 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 4 min
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: OKC (35.39310073852539, -97.60070037841795)
Route Type: Domestic
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