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MTY → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from General Mariano Escobedo International Airport (Monterrey) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most iconic view of Monterrey's Cerro de la Silla immediately after takeoff and generally offers better perspectives of the Houston skyline during the standard approach into IAH.
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Cerro de la Silla
Monterrey's signature saddle-shaped mountain, providing a world-class aerial view during departure.
Gulf of Mexico Horizon
On clear days, the distant blue line of the Gulf coast is visible as you fly over the Texas coastal plain.
Downtown Houston
A high-altitude view of the dense skyscraper cluster as the plane maneuvers for its final approach.
Port of Houston
The massive industrial complex and ship channel visible during the descent into the Houston metro area.
The right side is essential for seeing Cerro de la Silla; ensure you are looking out the window within the first 5 minutes of departure. As you approach Houston, the right side often gets a sweeping view of the downtown area depending on the landing runway in use.
Book Hotels in HoustonCumbres de Monterrey
Dramatic limestone ridges and deep canyons of the Sierra Madre Oriental visible during the initial climb.
Chihuahuan Desert
The arid, rugged landscape of northern Mexico before crossing into the United States.
Rio Grande Border
The winding river marking the international boundary between Nuevo Laredo and Laredo.
South Texas Plains
Geometric patterns of large-scale ranching and agricultural land south of San Antonio.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you while viewing the mountains. This side is ideal for seeing the rugged terrain of the Cumbres de Monterrey National Park shortly after takeoff from MTY.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 662 km (411 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: MTY (25.7784996033, -100.107002258)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: International
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