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MCO → JAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando International Airport (Orlando) to Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (Jackson)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a stunning panoramic view of the Gulf of Mexico coastline, including the iconic Emerald Coast beaches and the massive Mobile Bay shipping channels.
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Emerald Coast
Breathtaking views of the sugar-white sands and turquoise waters of Panama City Beach and Destin.
Apalachicola Bay
The intricate network of barrier islands and oyster beds along the Florida Panhandle.
Mobile Bay
The expansive waters of Mobile Bay, often featuring large cargo ships and the USS Alabama.
Pensacola Bridges
The long, scenic bridges connecting Pensacola to the Gulf Islands National Seashore.
Biloxi Shoreline
The high-rise casinos and beaches along the Mississippi Gulf Coast visible before turning inland.
Book a window seat on the left for the best morning light, which illuminates the turquoise water colors. Avoid seats directly over the wing for unobstructed views of the coastline. During winter months, the low sun angle provides dramatic shadows over the barrier islands.
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Ocala National Forest
A vast expanse of dense green canopy visible shortly after takeoff from Orlando.
Tallahassee Skyline
View the skyline of Florida's capital city and the iconic state capitol building to the north.
Piney Woods
Continuous stretches of managed timberlands across northern Florida and southern Alabama.
Lake County
Dozens of circular freshwater lakes during the initial climb out of Central Florida.
The right side is ideal for travelers who enjoy inland forestry and spotting small Southern towns. On afternoon flights, this side will be in the shade, reducing window glare. Look for the winding rivers of Alabama, such as the Conecuh, during the mid-flight cruise.
Book Hotels in JacksonDistance: 945 km (587 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Arrival: JAN (32.3111991882, -90.0758972168)
Route Type: Domestic
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