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MCO → BWI
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando International Airport (Orlando) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the Atlantic coastline, the unique barrier islands of the Outer Banks, and the expansive Chesapeake Bay during the final descent.
Kennedy Space Center
Look east shortly after takeoff to see the launch pads of Cape Canaveral and the Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge.
The Golden Isles
A beautiful sequence of Georgia's barrier islands including St. Simons and Jekyll Island.
Charleston Harbor
The historic peninsula of Charleston, South Carolina, and the iconic Ravenel Bridge.
Outer Banks (OBX)
The dramatic, thin ribbon of sand dunes and islands stretching along the North Carolina coast.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge
The massive twin spans connecting Maryland's western and eastern shores are a highlight of the BWI descent.
Port of Baltimore
Views of the industrial harbor and the Francis Scott Key Bridge ruins/site during the final minutes of flight.
Sit on the right side for the best morning light and coastal photography. This side is significantly better for water views, especially the Chesapeake Bay. Be sure to look out about 20 minutes before landing for the intricate waterways of the Maryland Eastern Shore.
Orlando Theme Parks
Aerial views of Universal Studios and the northern reaches of Disney World immediately after takeoff.
Okefenokee Swamp
The vast, dark wetlands of the Florida-Georgia border visible as the plane reaches cruising altitude.
Richmond Skyline
The capital of Virginia and the winding James River often appear on the left side during the mid-flight transition.
Washington D.C. Landmarks
On a clear day and depending on the approach path, the Washington Monument and Capitol may be visible in the distance.
Maryland Suburban Landscapes
Lush green forests and residential patterns of Howard and Anne Arundel counties during the final approach.
Choose the left side for sunset views if flying in the evening. It is also better for spotting the lights of inland cities like Raleigh or Richmond during night flights. If the wind requires a northern approach into BWI, you may catch a glimpse of the D.C. skyline to the west.
Distance: 1,269 km (789 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Arrival: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Route Type: Domestic
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