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MCO → DAY
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando International Airport (Orlando) to James M Cox Dayton International Airport (Dayton)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is preferred for this northbound trek as it provides a superior vantage point of the Appalachian Mountains' highest peaks and the meandering Ohio River during the final descent phase.
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Atlantic Horizon
High-altitude views toward the Florida coastline and the distant Atlantic Ocean.
Savannah River
Winding waterways and wetlands marking the border between Georgia and South Carolina.
Great Smoky Mountains
Majestic views of the highest ridges in the Appalachian range, including Clingmans Dome.
Ohio River Bend
The sweeping curve of the river separating Kentucky from Ohio during the arrival sequence.
Wright-Patterson AFB
The iconic and massive military airfield visible on the final approach into Dayton.
Ideal for morning flights to witness the sunrise over the Atlantic horizon. This side offers the best views of the Great Smoky Mountains. As you approach Dayton, look for the massive Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.
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Orlando Attractions
Aerial views of the expansive resort complexes and theme parks shortly after takeoff.
National Forests
Vast green expanses of the Chattahoochee-Oconee wilderness in Northern Georgia.
Cumberland Plateau
The rugged transition into the Appalachian foothills and plateau regions.
Bluegrass Pastures
The distinctively patterned horse farms and rolling hills of central Kentucky.
Cincinnati Skyline
Potential views of the urban core and stadiums during the descent into the Ohio valley.
Sit on this side for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Midwest. During the descent, you may catch a glimpse of the Cincinnati skyline and the Ohio River bridges if the flight path tracks slightly west.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,303 km (810 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 44 min
Departure: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Arrival: DAY (39.90240097045898, -84.21939849853516)
Route Type: Domestic
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