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PNS → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Pensacola Regional Airport (Pensacola) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a superior vantage point for the diverse geography of the Gulf Coast, including major river systems, the New Orleans skyline, and the sprawling wetlands of Louisiana.
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Mobile Bay
Views of the Port of Mobile, the USS Alabama, and the long bridge spans across the bay.
New Orleans
The Superdome and the French Quarter are often visible as the flight path skirts the city.
Lake Pontchartrain
The massive estuary north of New Orleans featuring the world's longest continuous bridge over water.
Atchafalaya Basin
The vast, intricate network of swamps, bayous, and bottomland hardwood forests of Louisiana.
Energy Corridor
Massive petrochemical complexes and refineries around Beaumont and Port Arthur near the Texas border.
Houston Skyline
Panoramic views of downtown Houston's skyscrapers during the descent into IAH.
This is the preferred side for landmarks. Approximately 35 minutes into the flight, watch for New Orleans and the winding Mississippi River. Morning flights are best as the sun remains behind the plane, reducing glare on the windows and providing excellent contrast over the green marshlands.
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Santa Rosa Island
Emerald green waters and white sand beaches visible immediately after takeoff from Pensacola.
Gulf of Mexico
Deep blue views of the open ocean stretching toward the southern horizon.
Offshore Oil Rigs
Industrial platforms and support vessels scattered throughout the deep waters of the Gulf.
Barrier Islands
The remote Chandeleur Islands and other protective sand strips along the outer coast.
Sit here for views of the Florida panhandle's coastline during takeoff. Midday flights offer the best lighting to see the color gradients of the Gulf waters. On the final approach to Houston, you may see large tankers queued for the Houston Ship Channel.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 785 km (488 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 19 min
Departure: PNS (30.473400115967003, -87.18659973144501)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: Domestic
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