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Our Recommendation
7.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a scenic transition from the rolling Appalachian Mountains to the Atlantic coastal plain, culminating in a potential view of the Florida Space Coast.

Left Side Highlights
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Blue Ridge Mountains

Stunning views of the eastern Appalachian ridgelines as you fly south over Virginia.

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Charlotte Skyline

Clear visibility of the towering buildings in North Carolina's largest financial hub.

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Atlantic Coastline

The hazy blue horizon where the Carolina marshes meet the Atlantic Ocean.

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Kennedy Space Center

On clear days, spot the massive Vehicle Assembly Building and launch pads in the distance.

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St. Johns River

Watch the dark, serpentine path of Florida's major northward-flowing river.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh afternoon sun. During the final 20 minutes of flight, look eastward for the unique geography of the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge and the Atlantic shoreline.

Right Side Highlights
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Allegheny Plateau

Rugged, forested terrain and deep valleys of the West Virginia wilderness.

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Smoky Mountain Vistas

Distant views of the hazy peaks within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

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Lake Lanier

The sprawling, irregular shoreline of Georgia's popular recreational reservoir.

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Lake Apopka

A massive freshwater lake signaling your final approach into the Orlando area.

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Orlando Theme Parks

Glimpse the iconic structures of Universal Studios and Walt Disney World from the air.

The right side is perfect for afternoon travel, offering beautiful sunset views over the Florida peninsula. Keep your camera ready during the descent for aerial views of the world-famous theme park complexes.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,389 km (863 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 51 min

Departure: CAK (40.91609954833984, -81.44219970703125)

Arrival: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)

Route Type: Domestic

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