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OAK → HOU
Which side of the plane to sit from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (Oakland) to William P Hobby Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the High Sierra peaks, including Mount Whitney, and follows the dramatic transition from the Mojave Desert into the Rio Grande valley and Texas Hill Country.
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Mount Whitney
The highest peak in the contiguous United States, standing prominently in the Southern Sierra.
Mojave Desert
A vast landscape of Joshua trees, dry lake beds, and rugged mountain silhouettes.
Sonoran Desert
Views of the Phoenix metropolitan area and the unique saguaro-covered terrain of Southern Arizona.
Rio Grande
The winding river marking the international border between the United States and Mexico.
Texas Hill Country
Lush green rolling hills and limestone outcrops as the plane approaches Central Texas.
The right side is superior for viewing the high peaks of the Sierra Nevada approximately 30-45 minutes after takeoff. During the final hour, watch for the shift from arid desert to the humid, green landscapes of Texas. For evening flights, this side provides stunning sunset views over the wing.
Book Hotels in HoustonYosemite National Park
Aerial views of the iconic granite domes and glacial valleys of the northern Sierra Nevada range.
Mono Lake
The distinct, ancient saline soda lake visible on the eastern edge of the Sierra.
Painted Desert
Vibrant, multi-colored badlands extending across Northern Arizona and New Mexico.
Albuquerque
The sprawl of New Mexico's largest city nestled against the Sandia Mountains.
Choose the left side for morning departures to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Sierra Nevada and desert rock formations. On clear days, you may even spot the distant South Rim of the Grand Canyon if the flight path tracks slightly north.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,638 km (1,639 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 31 min
Departure: OAK (37.721298, -122.221001)
Arrival: HOU (29.64539909, -95.27890015)
Route Type: Domestic
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