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MCO → ORF
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando International Airport (Orlando) to Norfolk International Airport (Norfolk)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a premier view of the United States Eastern Seaboard, featuring the Florida Space Coast, the scenic Lowcountry islands, and the dramatic geography of the Outer Banks.
Kennedy Space Center
Visible shortly after takeoff; look for the massive Vehicle Assembly Building and the launch pads of Cape Canaveral.
Lowcountry Barrier Islands
Intricate marshlands and luxury coastal retreats of Hilton Head, Kiawah, and the Charleston coastline.
The Outer Banks
A stunning perspective of the thin ribbon of sand dunes and lighthouses stretching from Cape Lookout up toward Nags Head.
Virginia Beach & Chesapeake
Clear views of the Virginia Beach oceanfront and the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay as the plane banks for arrival.
For the best experience, book an afternoon flight to see the sun illuminate the coastline. The right side is essential for spotting the iconic Outer Banks. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes into the flight for the best coastal shots.
Central Florida Lake District
Aerial views of Lake Apopka and the numerous smaller glacial lakes surrounding the Orlando metropolitan area during initial ascent.
Okefenokee Swamp
Large stretches of dark, tea-colored water and dense cypress forests marking the border between Florida and Georgia.
Piedmont Urban Corridor
Distances views of the expanding inland cities of the Carolinas, including the outskirts of Fayetteville and Rocky Mount.
The left side is preferable for early morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the rising sun. During the final approach into Norfolk, look for the winding James River and the dense forests of the Great Dismal Swamp.
Distance: 1,055 km (656 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Arrival: ORF (36.89459991455078, -76.20120239257812)
Route Type: Domestic
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