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FRA → MCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Orlando International Airport (Orlando)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a scenic perspective of the European coastline, the Atlantic provinces of Canada, and a superior view of the Florida peninsula and the Space Coast during the descent into Orlando.
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Western European Coast
Views of the Benelux and Northern French coastlines shortly after departure from Frankfurt.
Southern England
Glance at the English Channel and the rolling hills of the southern United Kingdom.
Nova Scotia
The rugged and beautiful coastline of the Canadian Maritimes as the flight reaches North America.
US East Coast
Distant views of the megalopolis stretch including New York City and Philadelphia during the southward turn.
Cape Canaveral
Potential sightings of the Kennedy Space Center launch pads as you approach the Florida coast.
Florida Entry
A panoramic view of the Atlantic beaches and the intracoastal waterways of the Sunshine State.
On this westbound flight, the sun will primarily be on the left side, so expect some glare. The most critical viewing time is the final 45 minutes of the flight; keep your window shade up as you cross the coastline near Titusville to spot NASA landmarks. Use a polarizing filter for photos to cut through the ocean haze.
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Greenland Icecap
If the flight path takes a northern route, the right side offers breathtaking views of glaciers and ice sheets.
North Atlantic Icebergs
Possible sightings of icebergs in the Labrador Sea during the spring and early summer months.
New England Coast
The rocky shores and deep green forests of Maine and Massachusetts.
The Outer Banks
The distinct thin strip of barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina.
Central Florida Lakes
The vast network of lakes and wetlands north of Orlando during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for passengers who prefer indirect sunlight and better visibility of northern landmarks like Greenland. Check the flight map early; if the route exceeds 55 degrees North latitude, the right side is the clear winner for arctic scenery. During winter months, this side offers the best chance to see the Aurora Borealis on the late-evening legs.
Book Hotels in OrlandoDistance: 7,620 km (4,735 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 58 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Route Type: International
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