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YYC → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Calgary International Airport (Calgary) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic spine of North America, featuring the jagged Canadian Rockies and the iconic 14ers of the Colorado Front Range.
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Southern Alberta Rockies
Spectacular views of the jagged peaks and frozen ridges immediately after departing Calgary.
Glacier National Park
The rugged, glacier-carved terrain of Montana, featuring deep valleys and alpine lakes.
Colorado Front Range
High-altitude views of massive peaks including Longs Peak and the famous Pikes Peak near Colorado Springs.
Caprock Escarpment
The dramatic geological drop-off where the high plains of the Texas Panhandle descend into lower terrain.
Texas Sunset
On late afternoon flights, this side experiences vibrant orange and purple sunsets over the western horizon.
This is the premier side for geography enthusiasts. Sit behind the wing to ensure your view of the Colorado mountains isn't obstructed. On afternoon flights, the sun will be on this side, making it quite warm and bright, so window shades or sunglasses are recommended. Look for the transition from snow-capped peaks to the red earth of the Texas canyons midway through the flight.
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Canadian Prairies
Vast and intricate geometric patterns of Alberta's agricultural heartland stretching to the horizon.
Missouri River
The winding silver ribbon of the longest river in North America as it snakes through the plains.
Midwestern Urban Lights
Clear views of the grids of Wichita and Oklahoma City, particularly striking on night flights.
East Texas Piney Woods
The landscape transition from the dry Great Plains to the dense, lush green forests of East Texas.
The left side is ideal for morning departures as the sun rises on this side, providing soft light over the prairies without direct glare. It is also the preferred side for night flights to see the lights of the Great Plains cities. In spring, keep an eye out for massive convective storm clouds building over the central states.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,813 km (1,748 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 45 min
Departure: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: International
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