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MCO → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando International Airport (Orlando) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the scenic Gulf Coast shoreline, including the brilliant white sands of the Florida Panhandle and the unique geography of New Orleans and Lake Pontchartrain.
Orlando Theme Parks
Aerial views of the massive resort complexes including Walt Disney World shortly after departure from MCO.
The Emerald Coast
The striking contrast of turquoise water and bright white quartz sand along Destin and Panama City Beach.
Mobile Bay
The wide expanse of the bay in Alabama, featuring the city of Mobile and the USS Alabama battleship.
New Orleans
Visuals of the Crescent City, the Mississippi River loops, and the massive Lake Pontchartrain Causeway.
Texas Piney Woods
Dense evergreen forests and sprawling bayous of East Texas as the plane begins its descent into Houston.
Sit on the right side and choose a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat blur. On clear days, the 24-mile Lake Pontchartrain Causeway is a highlight that appears roughly 40-50 minutes before landing.
Gulf of Mexico
Vast, uninterrupted views of the deep blue waters and the occasional glint of sunlight on the waves.
Shipping Arteries
Major maritime lanes filled with cargo ships and tankers maneuvering toward the Port of Houston.
Offshore Oil Rigs
Clusters of industrial platforms and drilling rigs visible as you cross the continental shelf.
Mississippi River Delta
The southern tip of the 'bird's foot' delta where the Mississippi River flows into the sea.
Galveston Island
Clear views of the historic Texas barrier island and the Galveston Seawall during the final approach.
The left side is the preferred choice for evening flights to catch a sunset over the water. Keep your eyes peeled for sediment plumes near the Louisiana coast where the river water mixes with the Gulf.
Distance: 1,372 km (853 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 50 min
Departure: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: Domestic
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