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MCO → GRR
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando International Airport (Orlando) to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (Grand Rapids)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Atlantic coastline and Space Coast during initial climb, followed by the more dramatic ridges of the Appalachian Mountains and the Ohio River valley.
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The Space Coast
Distant views of Cape Canaveral and the Atlantic horizon as the plane climbs to cruising altitude.
Great Smoky Mountains
The rolling blue-misted peaks of the Appalachian range visible while crossing the Tennessee-North Carolina border.
Ohio River Valley
The winding Ohio River and the bridges connecting Kentucky to Cincinnati's urban core.
Cincinnati Skyline
A great view of the 'Queen City' and the Great American Ball Park along the riverfront.
Lake Michigan Approach
Glancing views of the Great Lakes' vast blue waters as the aircraft maneuvers for landing in Grand Rapids.
The right side is ideal for morning flights when the sun is higher, illuminating the Appalachian ridges. During the winter, look for the 'lake effect' snow clouds building over Lake Michigan as you approach the Michigan border. Request a seat ahead of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Space Coast.
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Orlando Theme Parks
Aerial perspectives of Walt Disney World and Universal Studios shortly after departure from MCO.
Chattahoochee National Forest
Dense green canopies of the North Georgia wilderness as the flight heads into the Tennessee Valley.
Indianapolis Skyline
Clear views of the downtown area and the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway depending on the flight corridor.
Midwestern Heartland
The geometric patterns of Indiana and Michigan farmlands during the initial stages of descent.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff for views of the major theme parks, especially if the aircraft departs towards the west before turning north.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,651 km (1,026 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 12 min
Departure: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Arrival: GRR (42.88079834, -85.52279663)
Route Type: Domestic
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