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MCO → SEA
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando International Airport (Orlando) to Seattle Tacoma International Airport (Seattle)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled front-row seat to Mount Rainier, the crown jewel of the Pacific Northwest, during the descent into Seattle. Additionally, it provides excellent views of the Florida Panhandle and the intricate agricultural patterns of the Great Plains.
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Florida Panhandle
Aerial views of the white sand beaches and emerald waters along the Gulf of Mexico shortly after departure.
Great Plains Art
Intricate circular patterns of center-pivot irrigation fields across the Kansas and Nebraska landscapes.
Mount Rainier
The most iconic view of the trip, passing exceptionally close to the glaciated 14,411-foot peak during the descent.
Commencement Bay
Vibrant views of the Port of Tacoma and the surrounding industrial waterways before final approach.
Olympic Mountains
On clear days, the rugged, snow-capped peaks of the Olympic Peninsula are visible across the water.
Choose the left side for the best chance to see Mount Rainier. For daytime flights, the sun will be behind you or overhead for much of the westbound journey, reducing glare. During winter months, the snow-covered Rockies and Cascades are particularly dramatic. If the airport is landing to the North, the left side also offers great views of the Puget Sound islands.
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Mississippi River
A massive geographic milestone as the flight crosses the winding curves of the United States' largest river system.
Northern Rockies
Expansive vistas of the rugged mountain ranges in Wyoming and Montana, often snow-capped year-round.
Mount St. Helens
The distinct horseshoe-shaped crater from the 1980 eruption is often visible to the north during the arrival phase.
Mount Adams
Another massive stratovolcano of the Cascade Range visible in the distance during the descent into Washington.
Seattle Skyline
If the flight lands towards the North (Runway 34L/C/R), the right side offers views of the Space Needle and downtown.
The right side is ideal for spotting the 'other' volcanoes like Mount St. Helens and Mount Adams. On a North-flow landing, you will likely see the downtown Seattle skyline and Lake Washington. Afternoon flights may experience more direct sun glare on this side while traveling west, so keep the window shade handy until the descent.
Book Hotels in SeattleDistance: 4,105 km (2,551 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 50 min
Departure: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Arrival: SEA (47.449001, -122.308998)
Route Type: Domestic
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