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MCO → PSE
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando International Airport (Orlando) to Mercedita Airport (Ponce)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the stunning turquoise waters of the Exuma Cays and the Turks and Caicos, followed by a coastal approach into the southern part of Puerto Rico.
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Lake Okeechobee
View the massive 'Inland Sea' of Florida and the surrounding Everglades ecosystem.
Miami & Fort Lauderdale
The high-rise skylines and bright beaches of South Florida as you transition to the ocean.
Exuma Cays
A stunning string of over 360 small islands surrounded by vibrant turquoise sandbanks.
Turks and Caicos
Detailed views of Providenciales and the surrounding shallow reefs during the mid-flight segment.
Ponce Harbor
A beautiful view of the Caribbean coastline and the Rafael Cordero Santiago Port upon final approach.
The right side is ideal for capturing the high-contrast blues of the Bahamian waters. Use a polarized lens or sunglasses to better see the reefs through the water's surface from 30,000 feet.
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Space Coast
Aerial views of the Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral shortly after takeoff from Orlando.
Abaco Islands
The northernmost islands of the Bahamas, known for their protected harbors and coral reefs.
Atlantic Trench
The deep indigo transition of the Atlantic Ocean as the flight crosses toward the Puerto Rico Trench.
Cordillera Central
The high mountain range of Puerto Rico appearing during the descent into Ponce.
San Juan Outskirts
Distant views of the northern metropolitan area of Puerto Rico if the flight path stays north.
Sit on the left for morning flights to witness the sunrise over the Atlantic. Keep an eye out for the lush greenery of El Yunque in the distance as you approach the island's northeast corner.
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Get eSIMs for Puerto RicoDistance: 1,898 km (1,179 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 32 min
Departure: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Arrival: PSE (18.00830078125, -66.56300354003906)
Route Type: International
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