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DAY → MCO
Which side of the plane to sit from James M Cox Dayton International Airport (Dayton) to Orlando International Airport (Orlando)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic scenery, featuring the rolling ridges of the Appalachian Mountains during the cruise phase and stunning coastal views of the Atlantic shoreline during the descent into Florida.
Appalachian Ridges
Aerial views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Great Smoky Mountains range stretching across the horizon.
Atlantic Coastline
As the plane descends, enjoy vistas of the Georgia and Florida marshes, barrier islands, and the Atlantic Ocean.
St. Johns River
Watch the massive St. Johns River snake through Jacksonville as you cross the Florida border.
Kennedy Space Center
On clear days during the southern approach, you can see the distant VAB and launch pads to the east.
Daytona Beach
The famous coastline of Daytona Beach is often visible shortly before the final turn toward Orlando.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the Atlantic. During autumn, the Appalachian foliage creates a vibrant tapestry of colors. Look for the distinct change from the red clay of Georgia to the sandy terrain of Florida.
Bluegrass Region
The early leg of the flight offers views of Kentucky's famous rolling hills and horse farms south of Dayton.
Chattahoochee Forest
Extensive views of the deep green canopy of the national forests in northern Georgia.
Atlanta Outskirts
Depending on the airway, you may see the distant skyline or suburban sprawl of the Atlanta metro area.
Florida Lake District
As you enter Central Florida, view thousands of sinkhole lakes, including the massive Lake Apopka.
Disney and Universal
On certain approach paths from the west, the iconic structures of the major theme parks are visible in the distance.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico in the distance. During the summer, this side offers a front-row seat to the massive, towering cumulonimbus clouds and lightning displays common over the Florida peninsula.
Distance: 1,303 km (810 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 44 min
Departure: DAY (39.90240097045898, -84.21939849853516)
Arrival: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Route Type: Domestic
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