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Our Recommendation
7.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior views of the Dallas-Fort Worth skyline in the distance and a higher probability of seeing the Houston downtown skyline during the standard approach patterns into IAH.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Red River Border

Observe the distinct red-tinted water and sandbars marking the boundary between Oklahoma and Texas.

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DFW Metroplex

On clear days, the distant but recognizable skylines of Dallas and Fort Worth appear to the west.

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Lake Ray Hubbard

Look for the long bridge of Interstate 30 stretching across this major North Texas reservoir.

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Houston Skyline

If landing toward the west or south, the skyscrapers of downtown Houston are often visible during the banking turns.

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IAH Terminal Complex

A great view of the sprawling terminal layout and diverse international aircraft at the gates just before touchdown.

Choose the right side for late afternoon flights to catch spectacular sunsets over the Texas horizon. This side is also strategically better for seeing the Dallas area in mid-flight and the Houston city center during common approach paths. Keep your camera ready for the Red River crossing, which is a geographic highlight of the route.

Left Side Highlights
6.8
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Wichita Departure

Clear views of the Kansas plains and the eastern outskirts of Wichita immediately after takeoff.

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Arkansas River

The plane frequently parallels or crosses this major river as it heads south through Oklahoma.

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Lake Eufaula

View the massive, jagged shoreline of Oklahoma's largest lake, known for its deep blue waters.

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Sam Houston National Forest

A vast expanse of piney woods that signals your transition into the humid Gulf Coast region.

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Lake Houston

During the final descent into IAH from the east, this reservoir provides a scenic water backdrop.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh western sun. This side is better for spotting the lush, green landscapes of Eastern Oklahoma and the thick forests of East Texas. Look for the winding Arkansas River shortly after leaving Kansas airspace.

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Route Information

Distance: 874 km (543 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min

Departure: ICT (37.649899, -97.433098)

Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)

Route Type: Domestic

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