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MCO → PNS
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando International Airport (Orlando) to Pensacola Regional Airport (Pensacola)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the stunning Florida Gulf Coast, showcasing the world-famous transition from marshy wetlands to the brilliant white sands and emerald waters of the Panhandle.
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Orlando Theme Parks
Aerial perspectives of the massive Disney World and Universal resort complexes shortly after takeoff from MCO.
Cedar Key & Nature Coast
The intricate network of islands, salt marshes, and oyster bars along the relatively untouched Big Bend coastline.
St. George Island
A striking view of the long, thin barrier island protecting Apalachicola Bay from the open Gulf of Mexico.
Emerald Coast
Breathtaking views of the vibrant turquoise waters and quartz sand beaches stretching from Panama City Beach through Destin.
Pensacola Bay
The final approach provides views of the Santa Rosa Sound and the historic Pensacola Naval Air Station.
Book a window seat on the left for late morning flights to capture the most vivid turquoise water colors; the sun will be high enough to penetrate the shallows without causing excessive glare. During the descent, watch for the distinctive Blue Angels flight line if passing near NAS Pensacola.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesLake Apopka
One of Florida's largest freshwater lakes visible during the initial ascent north of Orlando.
Suwannee River
The dark, tannic waters of the historic Suwannee River winding through the dense hardwood forests of North Florida.
Tallahassee Skyline
Distant views of the Florida State Capitol building and the sprawling campus of Florida State University.
Apalachicola National Forest
A vast, continuous canopy of pine flatwoods and cypress swamps that dominates the central Panhandle landscape.
Choose the right side if traveling in the late afternoon to stay in the shade and avoid the direct southern sun. This side is also excellent for spotting the complex river systems like the Choctawhatchee and Apalachicola as they snake toward the coast.
Book Hotels in PensacolaDistance: 613 km (381 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 1 min
Departure: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Arrival: PNS (30.473400115967003, -87.18659973144501)
Route Type: Domestic
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