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IND → MCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Indianapolis International Airport (Indianapolis) to Orlando International Airport (Orlando)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Appalachian foothills and the best angle for the Atlantic coastline and the St. Johns River system during the descent into Orlando.
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Louisville
Early views of the Ohio River and the Kentucky skyline shortly after departure.
Cumberland Plateau
Forest-covered plateaus and deep gorges of the Tennessee region seen mid-flight.
Chattahoochee Forest
Expansive green canopies of the North Georgia mountains stretching to the horizon.
Atlantic Coastline
Distant views of the Space Coast and the Atlantic Ocean during the descent into Florida.
Lake Jesup
Large lake and wetland systems north of Orlando visible on the final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. During the final 20 minutes of flight, watch for the winding St. Johns River, which is a key landmark indicating your arrival into Central Florida.
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Nashville
The sprawling urban center of Tennessee is frequently visible to the west.
Lookout Mountain
A prominent ridge landmark near the Tennessee-Georgia border.
Georgia Plains
Orderly agricultural patterns and rural landscapes of central Georgia.
Lake Apopka
Massive lake views on the western side during the final landing pattern.
Florida Citrus
Distinct rows of groves and the interior's famous circular lakes characteristic of the region.
The right side is ideal for sunset views over the Florida peninsula on late afternoon flights. Keep an eye out for the perfectly circular sinkhole lakes that define the Central Florida terrain as the plane begins its descent.
Book Hotels in OrlandoDistance: 1,336 km (830 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 47 min
Departure: IND (39.7173, -86.294403)
Arrival: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Route Type: Domestic
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