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FNT → MCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Bishop International Airport (Flint) to Orlando International Airport (Orlando)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally preferred for this route, offering a better angle of the Detroit skyline during departure and the most iconic views of the Orlando theme parks and the Lake District of Central Florida during the descent.
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Metropolitan Detroit
Expansive views of the Motor City's urban grid and the suburban sprawl of SE Michigan.
Ohio River Valley
The winding silver ribbon of the Ohio River as it cuts through the rolling hills of the Midwest.
Smoky Mountains
Direct views over the high peaks and deep green forests of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Theme Park Corridor
The most famous view on this route, featuring the icons of Disney World and Universal Studios during landing.
Central Florida Lakes
Dozens of circular, spring-fed lakes that characterize the unique geology of the Orlando area.
The right side provides the most dramatic views of the Orlando theme park corridor. Sit here for sunset views on evening flights. Look for the distinctive 'V' shape of the Appalachian ridges mid-flight to spot the crossing into the Southern US.
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Detroit River
Views of the industrial waterfront and the Ambassador Bridge connecting the US and Canada.
Blue Ridge Peaks
The scenic eastern edge of the Appalachian Mountains with its characteristic blue haze.
Atlantic Coastline
Distant views of the Atlantic Ocean and the barrier islands of the Carolinas.
Cape Canaveral
A far-off view of the Kennedy Space Center launch pads during the descent into Florida.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. As you approach Florida, watch for the Kennedy Space Center on the horizon if the sky is clear, particularly if the plane is routed east of the city.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,631 km (1,013 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 10 min
Departure: FNT (42.96540069580078, -83.74359893798828)
Arrival: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Route Type: Domestic
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