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MLU → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Monroe Regional Airport (Monroe) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a more scenic perspective of the transition from the Louisiana bayous to the expansive reservoirs and dense pine forests of East Texas.
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Toledo Bend Reservoir
Look for this massive body of water straddling the border between Louisiana and Texas; it is a significant geographic landmark.
Sam Houston National Forest
Fly over the dense canopy of the 'Piney Woods,' a vast emerald carpet of loblolly and shortleaf pines.
Lake Livingston
A prominent feature just before the descent into Houston, known for its jagged shoreline and recreational boating.
IAH Airport Grounds
As the plane banks for landing, get an expansive view of the five runways and massive terminal complex of George Bush Intercontinental.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to watch the sun begin to set over the Texas forests. The highlight is definitely the massive reservoirs; ensure you have a window seat forward of the wing for the clearest views of Toledo Bend and Lake Livingston.
Book Hotels in HoustonOuachita River
Visible shortly after departure, notice the deep bends and sediment-rich waters winding through the Monroe landscape.
Louisiana Wetlands
Expansive views of the marshy terrain and cypress stands that define the North Louisiana landscape.
Houston Skyline
On clear days during a southern approach, the towers of Downtown Houston and the Medical Center appear in the distance.
San Jacinto River
The river system feeding into the Houston Ship Channel is often visible during the final descent stages.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun. This side is better for spotting the downtown skyline if the flight path approaches IAH from the east. Keep an eye out for the complex network of canals and bayous as you cross the state line.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 421 km (262 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: MLU (32.51089859008789, -92.0376968383789)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: Domestic
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