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JFK → HOU
Which side of the plane to sit from John F Kennedy International Airport (New York) to William P Hobby Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers the best chance to see the iconic Manhattan skyline during the JFK departure and often provides a clearer view of the Houston city center upon the final approach into Hobby Airport.
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Manhattan Skyline
Unparalleled views of the Empire State Building and Central Park if the flight paths north or west after takeoff.
Mid-Atlantic Cities
Distant views of the Philadelphia and Washington D.C. urban corridors while cruising southwest.
Appalachian Ridges
The distinct 'Ridge and Valley' geological formations of Pennsylvania and West Virginia are highly visible.
Atchafalaya Basin
The vast, emerald-green swamp networks of Southern Louisiana, the largest wetland in the United States.
Houston Skyline
A direct view of Downtown Houston's skyscrapers and the Texas Medical Center complex during the approach to HOU.
Choose the right side for the best urban sightseeing. For evening flights, you will be treated to a sunset over the wing as you approach Texas. Try to book a seat forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the New York skyline, which usually appears within the first 5-10 minutes of flight.
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Atlantic Coastline
Aerial views of the New Jersey Shore and the Delmarva Peninsula coastline shortly after takeoff.
Chesapeake Bay
The massive estuary system of the Chesapeake Bay and the bridges connecting the eastern shore of Maryland.
Southern Appalachians
The rolling green peaks of the Great Smoky Mountains as the flight crosses over the Carolinas and Tennessee.
Mississippi River
The winding, majestic Mississippi River crossing near the borders of Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi.
Galveston Bay
The expansive waters of Galveston Bay and the Texas Gulf Coast as the plane begins its final descent.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during morning flights to avoid the direct sun. This side is also excellent for viewing the intricate wetlands of the Gulf Coast during the final 30 minutes of the flight. If the flight departs JFK to the south, you'll get a great view of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,296 km (1,427 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 4 min
Departure: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Arrival: HOU (29.64539909, -95.27890015)
Route Type: Domestic
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