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MCO → SYR
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando International Airport (Orlando) to Syracuse Hancock International Airport (Syracuse)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular sequence of coastal geography, including the intricate barrier islands of the Southeast and the massive Chesapeake Bay estuary.
Atlantic Barrier Islands
Witness the white sand beaches and intricate inlets of the Georgia and South Carolina coastlines.
The Outer Banks
See the iconic thin ribbon of North Carolina's barrier islands separating the Atlantic from the sound.
Chesapeake Bay
A massive view of the East Coast's largest estuary, including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel.
NYC Distant Horizon
On clear days, the Manhattan skyline and the Jersey Shore are often visible as the flight cruises over the mid-Atlantic.
Catskill Mountains
Look for the dense forests and rugged terrain of the Catskills as you transition from the coast toward Central New York.
The right side is premier for coastal enthusiasts. Morning flights offer incredible light for photography of the Atlantic coastline, though you may need to close your window shade briefly during the climb. Keep an eye out for the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge if the flight path stays closer to the coast.
Florida Wetlands
View the sprawling network of lakes and marshlands of Central Florida immediately after departing MCO.
Appalachian Ridges
Observe the undulating green and blue peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains through the Carolinas and Virginia.
Potomac River
Catch a glimpse of the winding Potomac River and the dense urban layout of the Washington D.C. metro area.
Philadelphia Skyline
Spot the skyscrapers of Center City Philadelphia and the industrial corridors of the Delaware Valley.
Finger Lakes
During the final descent, look for the narrow, glacial Finger Lakes extending southward into the New York countryside.
Sit on the left for evening flights to avoid direct sun glare and enjoy sunset colors over the Appalachian range. This side also provides better views of the inland cities and the agricultural grid of Pennsylvania and Upstate New York.
Distance: 1,698 km (1,055 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 16 min
Departure: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Arrival: SYR (43.11119842529297, -76.1063003540039)
Route Type: Domestic
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