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MEM → MCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Memphis International Airport (Memphis) to Orlando International Airport (Orlando)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a more iconic sequence of landmarks, beginning with the Mississippi River at takeoff and concluding with views of the Gulf of Mexico and Orlando's world-famous theme parks on descent.
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Mississippi River
Catch the majestic meanders of the Mississippi shortly after lifting off from Memphis.
Emerald Coast Glimpses
Distant but sparkling views of the Gulf of Mexico's white sand beaches as you cross the Panhandle.
Apalachicola National Forest
A vast sea of green pine flatwoods in the Florida Panhandle.
Walt Disney World
Look for Spaceship Earth and the Magic Kingdom as the plane maneuvers for landing at MCO.
Universal Orlando
Spot the rollercoasters of Islands of Adventure during the final approach phase.
This side is essential for the best approach views into Orlando. When landing to the south, the right side provides a direct view of the theme park resorts. Morning flights are ideal for this side as the sun will be on the opposite side of the plane, providing perfectly front-lit landscapes of the Florida lakes.
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Birmingham Skyline
View the industrial heart of Alabama and the Vulcan statue atop Red Mountain.
Talladega National Forest
Expansive views of the southern Appalachian foothills and rolling pine forests.
Okefenokee Swamp
A massive, dark-water ecosystem straddling the Georgia and Florida border.
St. Johns River
The longest river in Florida, winding through the northern part of the state.
Choose a seat forward of the wing to see the Birmingham area clearly without engine heat distortion. For morning flights, the sun will be on this side, so bring sunglasses or lower the shade partially to reduce glare when looking at the Georgia wetlands.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,100 km (684 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: MEM (35.04240036010742, -89.97669982910156)
Arrival: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Route Type: Domestic
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