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IAH → TRC
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to Francisco Sarabia International Airport (Torreon)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the rugged Sierra Madre Oriental mountain ranges and the iconic approach over the desert landscape of the Comarca Lagunera, including the famous Cerro de las Noas landmark.
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IAH Infrastructure
A top-down view of the expansive runways and terminal complexes of George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Chihuahuan Desert
Vast stretches of high-altitude desert featuring unique basin-and-range topography.
Sierra Madre Oriental
Dramatic views of the western edges of the Sierra Madre mountain range with its sharp peaks.
Bolsón de Mapimí
The legendary Mapimí Silent Zone region, known for its unique magnetic anomalies and stark beauty.
Cerro de las Noas
The iconic Christ of the Noas statue overlooking Torreon, visible just before touchdown on most approach paths.
The right side is ideal for mountain lovers. During the descent into Torreon, watch closely for the Cerro de las Noas statue; it is one of the tallest Christ statues in Latin America. For the best lighting on the mountains, choose a late afternoon flight when the setting sun illuminates the rock faces of the Sierra Madre.
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Houston Skyline
Clear views of the Downtown Houston skyscrapers and the Texas Medical Center shortly after departure from IAH.
Gulf Coast Fringe
Distant vistas of the Texas coastline and the sprawling marshlands of the upper Gulf Coast.
Rio Grande Crossing
The winding river border between Eagle Pass, Texas, and Piedras Negras, Coahuila, visible as you enter Mexican airspace.
Sierra de la Paila
Stunning limestone formations and jagged ridges located in the heart of the Coahuila desert.
Gomez Palacio District
The dense urban and industrial grid of the neighboring city of Gomez Palacio during the final descent.
Sit on the left if you want to see the sprawling urban density of Houston immediately after takeoff. This side is also excellent for spotting the Rio Grande border bridge. Aim for a morning flight to have the sun behind you for clearer photography of the Mexican desert plateaus.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 933 km (580 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: TRC (25.568300247199996, -103.411003113)
Route Type: International
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