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MCO → ROC
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando International Airport (Orlando) to Greater Rochester International Airport (Rochester)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Atlantic coastline, the sprawling Chesapeake Bay, and a stunning perspective of the Finger Lakes during the final descent into Rochester.
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The Space Coast
A distant view of Cape Canaveral and the Kennedy Space Center shortly after departure.
The Outer Banks
The distinct thin ribbon of barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina.
Chesapeake Bay
Massive views of the bay's intricate shoreline and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel.
Mid-Atlantic Corridor
Distant views of the Philadelphia and New Jersey skylines as the flight heads north.
Finger Lakes Region
Unparalleled views of Canandaigua and Seneca Lakes during the initial approach phase into ROC.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for water features. It is particularly beautiful during late afternoon flights as the sun sets on the opposite side, illuminating the Finger Lakes. Keep your camera ready during the last 20 minutes of flight for the best lake views.
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Florida Lake District
Hundreds of small, shimmering lakes dotting the landscape immediately after takeoff from Orlando.
Blue Ridge Mountains
Aerial views of the rolling green ridges of the Appalachian range through Virginia and West Virginia.
Susquehanna River
The wide, winding river carving through the ridge-and-valley province of Pennsylvania.
Downtown Buffalo
Occasional distant views of the Buffalo skyline and Lake Erie depending on the specific arrival corridor.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side is better for observing the geological folds of the Appalachian Mountains. During winter, look for the sharp contrast of snow-covered valleys in Pennsylvania and Southern New York.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,666 km (1,035 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 13 min
Departure: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Arrival: ROC (43.118900299072266, -77.67240142822266)
Route Type: Domestic
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