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MSP → MCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis) to Orlando International Airport (Orlando)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the winding Mississippi River valley early on, followed by a prime vantage point for the Ocala National Forest and the iconic Orlando theme parks during the final approach.
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Mississippi River
Watch the intricate bends and sandbars of the mighty Mississippi shortly after departure from Minneapolis.
Ocala National Forest
Fly over a vast patchwork of sand pine scrub and hundreds of freshwater lakes in north-central Florida.
Walt Disney World Resort
Spot the iconic structures of Magic Kingdom, Epcot's Spaceship Earth, and Hollywood Studios during the descent.
Universal Orlando
Get a clear view of Volcano Bay's peak and the sprawling roller coasters of Islands of Adventure just before landing.
Chain of Lakes
Observe the thousands of circular sinkhole lakes that define the unique geography of the Florida peninsula.
The right side is essential for theme park enthusiasts; most standard landing patterns at MCO pass directly west of Disney and Universal. For the best photography of the Florida 'Lake District,' fly in the mid-afternoon when the sun is high to illuminate the turquoise waters.
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Chicago Skyline
On more easterly flight paths, witness the dense skyscrapers of Chicago and the deep blue of Lake Michigan.
Appalachian Foothills
View the rolling, green terrain of the Great Smoky Mountains as you transition through the Southeast.
Atlanta Hub
Fly past the sprawling urban expanse of the Atlanta metropolitan area, often visible during the mid-flight segment.
Atlantic Coastline
As the plane turns for its final approach, the distant Atlantic horizon and the Florida coastline become visible.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It is the better side for spotting the distant Appalachian range and, on clear days, the shimmering waters of the Atlantic during the descent into Central Florida.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,110 km (1,311 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 49 min
Departure: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Arrival: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Route Type: Domestic
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