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MCO → STL
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando International Airport (Orlando) to St Louis Lambert International Airport (St. Louis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior scenic experience, featuring expansive views of the Florida Panhandle's coastline and a high probability of seeing the Gateway Arch during the descent into St. Louis.
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Florida Panhandle Coast
Stunning views of the emerald waters and white quartz sand beaches near Destin and Pensacola.
Apalachicola National Forest
A vast expanse of deep green pine flatwoods and cypress swamps in Northern Florida.
Mississippi River
Dramatic views of the massive, winding waterway as the aircraft enters the Missouri airspace.
The Gateway Arch
The iconic 630-foot stainless steel monument is often visible on the left side during the final approach to STL.
Sit on the left for the best chance to spot the St. Louis skyline. This side is also preferable for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun, which will be on the right side of the aircraft as you head northwest.
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Central Florida Lakes
A bird's-eye view of Lake Apopka and the numerous circular lakes surrounding the Orlando area.
Nashville Skyline
On clear days, the 'Batman Building' and downtown Nashville are visible as the flight path crosses Tennessee.
Ohio River Crossing
View the massive barges and industrial activity where the Ohio River separates Kentucky and Illinois.
Midwestern Patchwork
The transition into the heartland features distinct geometric patterns of fertile agricultural fields.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to catch the sunrise over the Atlantic horizon during the initial ascent. Keep a lookout for the rolling foothills of the Appalachian mountains in the distant east while over Georgia and Tennessee.
Book Hotels in St. LouisDistance: 1,420 km (882 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 54 min
Departure: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Arrival: STL (38.748697, -90.370003)
Route Type: Domestic
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