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RTB → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport (Roatan) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most dramatic views of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef during departure from Roatan and captures the expansive Galveston Bay and Houston skyline upon arrival.
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Mesoamerican Barrier Reef
Spectacular aerial views of the world's second-largest coral reef system hugging the northern coast of Roatan.
Lush Roatan Interior
Aerial perspective of the island's dense tropical canopy and hilly terrain immediately following takeoff.
Galveston Bay
High-altitude views of the massive shipping lanes, the Bolivar Peninsula, and the extensive port infrastructure.
Houston Skyline
On clear days, the skyscrapers of Downtown Houston and the Uptown/Galleria area are visible during the descent into IAH.
Texas Ship Channel
The intricate network of waterways leading into one of the busiest ports in the world, often filled with massive tankers.
Sit on the right for the most iconic photography opportunities of the reef. During the winter months, morning flights provide excellent lighting for the Houston approach. If the flight approaches IAH from the south, the right side usually gets a superior view of the San Jacinto Monument and the Johnson Space Center area.
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West End Roatan
Clear views of the island's western tip and the vibrant turquoise waters surrounding the popular West Bay area.
Utila Island
The smallest of the major Bay Islands is often visible to the west shortly after the plane reaches cruise altitude.
Gulf of Mexico
Vast, deep-blue horizons that occasionally feature off-shore oil rigs as you approach the United States coast.
Texas Coastal Plains
The flat, marshy landscape of the Texas coastline and the winding bayous of the Brazoria region.
The left side is preferable on afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun over the Gulf. It offers a great perspective of the transition from tropical Caribbean waters to the temperate Texas coastline. Watch for the distinct change in water color as you cross the continental shelf.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,765 km (1,097 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 21 min
Departure: RTB (16.316799, -86.523003)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: International
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