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MEM → AUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Memphis International Airport (Memphis) to Austin Bergstrom International Airport (Austin)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most iconic views, including the Memphis skyline and Mississippi River bridges upon departure, followed by the scenic Texas Hill Country and Austin's downtown core during the descent.
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Memphis Skyline
Clear views of the downtown skyscrapers and the famous steel Pyramid located right on the riverfront.
The M Bridge
The Hernando de Soto Bridge spanning the Mississippi River, visible shortly after wheels up.
Arkansas Highlands
The distant, rugged terrain of the Ouachita Mountains visible to the northwest during the first half of the flight.
Wright Patman Lake
A massive reservoir near Texarkana that marks the crossing into the state of Texas.
Downtown Austin
A stunning view of the Texas State Capitol and the rapidly expanding skyscraper cluster as you descend into Bergstrom.
Sit on the right side for the best chance of seeing the 'Live Music Capital' during landing. On clear days, especially during late afternoon, the sunset reflects off the Austin skyline. This side also offers the best perspective of the winding Colorado River as it snakes through the Hill Country towards the airport.
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Mississippi Delta
The expansive, geometric patterns of the fertile agricultural floodplains south of the Memphis metro area.
East Texas Piney Woods
A transition from the Arkansas timberlands into the dense coniferous forests that dominate the East Texas landscape.
Richland Chambers Reservoir
One of the largest inland lakes in Texas, offering beautiful reflections during midday flights.
The left side is the preferred choice for morning flights to avoid the harsh direct glare of the sun. It also offers a detailed look at the sprawling suburban growth of Round Rock and Pflugerville when the flight approaches Austin from the north.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 899 km (559 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: MEM (35.04240036010742, -89.97669982910156)
Arrival: AUS (30.194499969482425, -97.6698989868164)
Route Type: Domestic
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