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MCO → FNT
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando International Airport (Orlando) to Bishop International Airport (Flint)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic landmarks on this north-bound route, including the Atlantic coastline upon departure, the dramatic Blue Ridge Mountains, and a spectacular aerial view of the Detroit skyline and the Great Lakes during the descent.
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Space Coast Horizon
On clear departures to the east, catch a glimpse of the Atlantic coastline and the Kennedy Space Center area.
Blue Ridge Mountains
Direct views of the hazy blue peaks of the Southern Appalachians and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Lake Erie Shoreline
Stunning views of the vast freshwater expanse and the industrial ports of the Lake Erie coast.
Detroit & Windsor
A premier view of the Detroit Renaissance Center, the Ambassador Bridge, and the international border with Canada.
Lake St. Clair
The sparkling blue waters of Lake St. Clair and the Detroit River delta just before the final approach into Flint.
Sit on the right for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. During the descent, the flight path often parallels the Detroit River; this is the best time to photograph the urban landscape. In winter, look for ice formations on Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair.
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Florida Lake District
Bird's-eye view of Lake Apopka and the vast network of wetlands in Central Florida shortly after takeoff.
Appalachian Plateau
View of the rolling ridges and deep valleys of the western Appalachian range as the flight crosses into Tennessee.
Cincinnati Vista
Distant views of the Ohio River and the Cincinnati metropolitan sprawl as you head toward the Michigan border.
Midwest Patchwork
Distinctive geometric patterns of green and gold agricultural fields across Ohio and Southern Michigan.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy the warm glow of the setting sun over the Midwest plains. Keep your eyes peeled for the Ohio River crossing, which marks the transition into the final leg of the journey.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,631 km (1,013 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 10 min
Departure: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Arrival: FNT (42.96540069580078, -83.74359893798828)
Route Type: Domestic
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