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MCO → CLT
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando International Airport (Orlando) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a superior scenic experience, featuring the Atlantic coastline, historic coastal cities like Charleston, and a high probability of seeing the Uptown Charlotte skyline on arrival.
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The Space Coast
Distant views of Cape Canaveral and the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge during the initial climb.
Golden Isles
Clear views of Georgia's barrier islands including Jekyll, St. Simons, and Sea Island.
Charleston Harbor
The iconic Ravenel Bridge and the historic battery of downtown Charleston visible along the SC coast.
Lake Wylie
A massive reservoir that serves as a landmark for the final approach into the Charlotte metro area.
Uptown Charlotte
A spectacular view of the 'Uptown' skyscrapers, including the Bank of America Corporate Center, during landing.
Book a window seat on the right for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Atlantic. During the descent into CLT, the right side usually provides the most direct view of the Charlotte skyline if the plane is landing towards the north or south.
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Orlando Theme Parks
Aerial views of the massive Walt Disney World and Universal Studios resorts immediately after departure.
Ocala National Forest
A vast expanse of sand pine scrub and freshwater springs visible while climbing over Central Florida.
Okefenokee Swamp
The dark, tea-colored waters and prehistoric wetlands spanning the Florida-Georgia border.
Augusta Area
Views of the Savannah River and the lush terrain near the South Carolina and Georgia border.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. This side is better for spotting the dense pine forests of the interior South and the sprawling suburbs of the Piedmont region.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 755 km (469 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 16 min
Departure: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Arrival: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Route Type: Domestic
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