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TUL → HOU
Which side of the plane to sit from Tulsa International Airport (Tulsa) to William P Hobby Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides superior views of the Tulsa skyline upon departure and the towering skyscrapers of Downtown Houston during the approach into Hobby.
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Downtown Tulsa
A great perspective of the Art Deco architecture and the BOK Center shortly after departure.
Lake Eufaula
The 'Gentle Giant' of Oklahoma, offering beautiful blue water and irregular shorelines.
Red River
The winding, reddish-brown border between Oklahoma and Texas clearly visible from cruising altitude.
Houston Skyline
A spectacular view of the JP Morgan Chase Tower and the dense cluster of skyscrapers in downtown.
NRG Stadium & Astrodome
The 'Eighth Wonder of the World' and its modern neighbor are often visible on the final descent path.
This is the preferred side for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Texas plains. As the plane descends into HOU, stay alert when crossing over the Beltway for the best views of the downtown skyline and the Medical Center.
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Arkansas River
Catch views of the river snaking through the landscape immediately after takeoff from TUL.
Piney Woods
Vast stretches of deep green forests as the flight crosses into the East Texas region.
Lake Livingston
One of the largest reservoirs in Texas, often shimmering under the sun during the descent.
Houston Ship Channel
The massive industrial infrastructure and tankers of the port visible on the eastern horizon.
San Jacinto Monument
A historic 567-foot column topped with a star, marking the site of the famous 1836 battle.
Sit here during morning flights to see the sunrise over the Ozark foothills in the distance. During the final approach, look for the tall white spire of the San Jacinto Monument to the east of the city.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 731 km (454 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min
Departure: TUL (36.19839859008789, -95.88809967041016)
Arrival: HOU (29.64539909, -95.27890015)
Route Type: Domestic
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