Puerto Escondido to Houston is 981 miles (1,579 km), a flight of about 3 hours 15 minutes.
The left side captures the scenic departure from Puerto Escondido's dramatic Pacific coastline and cliffs, which is visually distinctive and memorable. While the right side offers the Houston landing approach with bay and urban features, the takeoff scenery from a genuine coastal mountain town outweighs the relatively flat Gulf Coast approach. The flight is dominated by open ocean and flat terrain, limiting both sides, but the left-side departure provides the most concentrated scenic value.
Flight Path
Gulf of Mexico open water (majority of cruise), Yucatan Peninsula distant to the south, Texas coastal plain and Gulf marshlands approaching Houston
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from PXM
LEFTPuerto Escondido sits on the Pacific coast with dramatic cliffs and a scenic harbor. Left-side departures offer immediate views of the Oaxacan coastline, rocky headlands, and the Pacific Ocean. Right side faces inland toward flat terrain and vegetation.
Landing at IAH
RIGHTThe approach to Houston from the southeast crosses Galveston Bay and the Texas Gulf Coast, offering views of coastal marshlands, the bay system, and urban sprawl. Right-side seats capture the bay, barrier islands, and the transition into Houston's metropolitan area. Left side faces open Gulf of Mexico for most of the descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Puerto Escondido (PXM) to George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Puerto Escondido to Houston. The left side captures the scenic departure from Puerto Escondido's dramatic Pacific coastline and cliffs, which is visually distinctive and memorable. While the right side offers the Houston landing approach with bay and urban features, the takeoff scenery from a genuine coastal mountain town outweighs the relatively flat Gulf Coast approach. The flight is dominated by open ocean and flat terrain, limiting both sides, but the left-side departure provides the most concentrated scenic value.
What can I see during takeoff from Puerto Escondido in Puerto Escondido?
During takeoff from Puerto Escondido (PXM), sit on the Left side for the best views. Puerto Escondido sits on the Pacific coast with dramatic cliffs and a scenic harbor. Left-side departures offer immediate views of the Oaxacan coastline, rocky headlands, and the Pacific Ocean. Right side faces inland toward flat terrain and vegetation. Notable sights include: Puerto Escondido harbor and beach, Pacific coastal cliffs, Oaxacan coastal ridge, open Pacific Ocean.
What can I see when landing at George Bush Intcntl Houston in Houston?
When landing at George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH), sit on the Right side for the best views. The approach to Houston from the southeast crosses Galveston Bay and the Texas Gulf Coast, offering views of coastal marshlands, the bay system, and urban sprawl. Right-side seats capture the bay, barrier islands, and the transition into Houston's metropolitan area. Left side faces open Gulf of Mexico for most of the descent. Notable sights include: Galveston Bay, Galveston Island and barrier islands, Houston Ship Channel, downtown Houston skyline and refineries.
How long is the flight from Puerto Escondido to Houston?
The flight from Puerto Escondido (PXM) to George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH) takes about 3 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 981 miles (1,579 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Puerto Escondido to Houston flight path pass over?
Gulf of Mexico open water (majority of cruise), Yucatan Peninsula distant to the south, Texas coastal plain and Gulf marshlands approaching Houston