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IAH → TUS
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to Tucson International Airport (Tucson)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the highest peaks in Texas and the unique white sands of New Mexico.
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Texas Hill Country
Rolling landscapes of limestone and scrub oak visible west of the Austin corridor.
Permian Basin
A vast grid of oil pads and service roads creating a unique industrial pattern across West Texas.
Guadalupe Mountains
Breathtaking views of El Capitan and Guadalupe Peak, the highest point in the state of Texas.
White Sands
The shimmering white gypsum dunes of New Mexico are often visible on the northern horizon.
Mount Lemmon
Close-up views of the Santa Catalina Mountains and the winding Catalina Highway during the descent.
The right side is the best for geological variety. Morning flights offer the best illumination on the Guadalupe Peak face. In winter, look for snow caps on Mount Lemmon as the plane maneuvers for landing in Tucson.
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Houston Skyline
Direct views of the downtown skyscrapers and the Medical Center shortly after departure from IAH.
International Border
Excellent perspective of the Rio Grande and the interconnected urban sprawl of El Paso and Ciudad Juarez.
Organ Mountains
Dramatic, jagged granite spires rising over 4,000 feet above the New Mexico desert floor.
Chiricahua Mountains
A glimpse into the remote sky islands of Arizona known for their unique volcanic rock pillars.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy the warm desert light on the terrain without the direct sun glare. Watch for the stark contrast between the green Rio Grande valley and the surrounding brown desert.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,503 km (934 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: TUS (32.116100311279304, -110.94100189208984)
Route Type: Domestic
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