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MCO → MSP
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando International Airport (Orlando) to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Great Smoky Mountains and a high probability of seeing the St. Paul skyline and the Mississippi River gorge during the descent into MSP.
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The Space Coast
Distant views of the Kennedy Space Center and Atlantic beaches during the initial climb.
Blue Ridge Mountains
The eastern edge of the Appalachian range features beautiful blue-tinted ridges and valleys.
Ohio River Valley
Spot the massive Ohio River winding through the border of Kentucky and Indiana.
Wisconsin Dells
Glacial rock formations and the winding Wisconsin River are visible north of Madison.
St. Paul Skyline
The State Capitol and Cathedral of Saint Paul are prominent features on the final descent.
During the first 20 minutes, watch for the Atlantic coast. Mid-flight, the Appalachian ranges provide the best terrain features. On arrival, the right side often looks directly down into the St. Paul city center. Morning flights offer the best lighting for this side without the sun being directly in your window.
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Theme Park Corridor
Look for Epcot's Spaceship Earth and the Magic Kingdom shortly after departing MCO.
Cumberland Plateau
View the rugged limestone ridges and dense forests of middle Tennessee.
Mississippi River
Cross the iconic river near the Illinois-Iowa-Wisconsin border region.
Minneapolis Skyline
Excellent views of the downtown skyscrapers and US Bank Stadium on final approach.
Sit on the left for views of the Florida theme parks shortly after departure. On approach to MSP, if landing from the south, the left side provides the best view of the Minneapolis downtown skyline and the Chain of Lakes. This side is best for afternoon flights to avoid direct western glare during the cruise phase.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,110 km (1,311 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 49 min
Departure: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Arrival: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Route Type: Domestic
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