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IAH → PNS
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to Pensacola Regional Airport (Pensacola)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point of the Mississippi River Delta's unique geography and the stunning transition to the turquoise waters of the Emerald Coast.
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Galveston Bay
Aerial views of the barrier islands and the vast entrance to the Gulf of Mexico.
Mississippi River Delta
The iconic 'Bird's Foot' delta where the river meets the sea in a complex maze of silt and water.
Chandeleur Islands
A remote chain of uninhabited barrier islands forming a thin arc in the Gulf.
Emerald Coast
The striking transition from silty river water to the crystal-clear turquoise of the Florida coast.
Pensacola Beach
Stunning white-sand beaches and the Gulf Islands National Seashore visible during the descent.
The right side is the clear winner for nature lovers and photographers. For the best experience, book a mid-day flight to see the vibrant color changes in the water near the Mississippi Delta. Keep your camera ready during the final 15 minutes for views of the blindingly white quartz sand beaches.
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Houston Ship Channel
One of the world's busiest ports and industrial hubs visible shortly after takeoff.
Atchafalaya Basin
The nation's largest river swamp, featuring a vast labyrinth of bayous and wetlands.
Lake Pontchartrain
Excellent views of the 24-mile long Causeway, the world's longest continuous bridge over water.
New Orleans Skyline
Spot the Superdome and the historic French Quarter as the flight passes just north of the city.
Mobile Bay
Large inlet featuring the Port of Mobile and the historic USS Alabama Battleship.
Sit on the left if you prefer urban landscapes and engineering marvels like the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway. This side is also better for night flights to see the vibrant city lights of the Gulf Coast corridor.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 785 km (488 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 19 min
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: PNS (30.473400115967003, -87.18659973144501)
Route Type: Domestic
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