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MAF → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Midland International Airport (Midland) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the rolling Texas Hill Country fringes and a high-probability view of the expansive Houston skyline during the final descent into IAH.
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Edwards Plateau
Observe the rugged, rocky terrain of the Texas Hill Country's northern edge.
Colorado River
Cross over the winding path of one of the longest rivers in Texas as it flows toward the Gulf.
San Angelo
Identify the regional hub situated at the junction of the Concho River branches.
Houston Skyline
On the standard approach to IAH, the downtown skyscrapers are frequently visible to the south.
Sam Houston National Forest
Gaze upon the dense canopy of loblolly pines that characterizes the approach into the Houston area.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or sunset flights to avoid direct solar glare. During the final 15 minutes of the flight, stay alert for the Houston skyline; it is most prominent if the aircraft is landing from the west. Seasonal visibility is best in autumn when the humidity levels drop, providing clearer views of the distant horizon.
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Permian Basin Oil Fields
View the vast, intricate grid of access roads and pumpjacks defining the West Texas energy landscape.
City of Abilene
Spot the urban center of the Big Country region roughly halfway through the flight.
College Station
Look for Kyle Field and the Texas A&M University campus as you approach the Brazos Valley.
Lake Conroe
A large, blue reservoir that signals your final approach into the forested areas north of Houston.
For morning flights, the left side provides excellent illumination of the Brazos River without the sun's glare. Keep an eye out for the stark contrast between the dry West Texas plains and the lush Piney Woods of East Texas as the flight progresses.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 689 km (428 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min
Departure: MAF (31.9424991607666, -102.2020034790039)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: Domestic
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