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MCO → JFK
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando International Airport (Orlando) to John F Kennedy International Airport (New York)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the preferred choice for this route, offering potential views of the major metropolitan centers along the I-95 corridor and an iconic perspective of the Manhattan skyline during the final approach into JFK.
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Florida Lake Region
View the sprawling network of lakes and marshes north of Orlando immediately after departure.
Washington D.C.
On clear inland flight paths, spot the Potomac River and the distinct layout of the National Mall.
Philadelphia Skyline
The high-rises of Center City and the loops of the Delaware River are visible during the descent.
Manhattan
A premier view of the Empire State Building, Central Park, and the Freedom Tower if the wind necessitates a Western approach.
Queens Landmarks
Look for Citi Field and the Unisphere at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park just before touchdown.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is the best for night flights to see the dense 'megalopolis' lights from D.C. to New York. If the flight lands on Runway 13L, you will get a world-class view of the NYC skyline.
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Cape Canaveral
Glimpse the Kennedy Space Center and launch pads along the Florida coast to the east.
The Outer Banks
Aerial views of the thin barrier islands of North Carolina and the vast Pamlico Sound.
Atlantic City
Spot the famous boardwalk, piers, and casinos along the New Jersey shoreline.
Verrazzano Bridge
See the massive suspension bridge connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn during the final patterns.
Atlantic Horizon
Deep blue ocean vistas and the wake of cargo ships heading into the Port of New York and New Jersey.
Select the right side for morning departures to witness the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. This side is ideal for spotting the unique geography of the barrier islands and the Jersey Shore. It also provides a great view of Long Island's south shore beaches upon landing.
Book Hotels in New YorkDistance: 1,521 km (945 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 2 min
Departure: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Arrival: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Route Type: Domestic
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