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RSW → MCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Southwest Florida International Airport (Fort Myers) to Orlando International Airport (Orlando)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Florida coastline upon departure and provides the best angle for spotting the iconic Orlando theme park complexes during the descent into MCO.
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Gulf Coast Shoreline
Clear views of the emerald waters and white sands stretching from Fort Myers Beach up toward Venice.
Charlotte Harbor
A vast, scenic estuary where the Peace and Myakka Rivers meet the Gulf of Mexico.
Disney World & Theme Parks
On the standard western approach, you can spot Spaceship Earth at EPCOT and the Magic Kingdom landmarks.
Lake Apopka
One of Florida's largest lakes, often visible just northwest of the Orlando metropolitan area.
Sit on the left for the most iconic landmarks. On the approach to MCO, look out for the distinct geometry of the theme parks. For late afternoon flights, this side will experience significant glare as the sun sets over the Gulf, so morning flights are ideal.
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Babcock Ranch
Views of the massive solar-powered community and surrounding preserves shortly after takeoff.
Lake Okeechobee
Visible in the distance to the southeast, appearing as a massive inland sea.
Kissimmee Chain of Lakes
A beautiful network of lakes including Tohopekaliga, which defines the landscape south of Orlando.
Orlando Skyline
Views of the growing downtown skyline and the unique architecture of the Lake Nona Medical City.
The right side is perfect for morning flights to watch the sunrise over the Atlantic horizon. It provides a better view of the 'Old Florida' landscape, including cattle ranches and wetlands, before transitioning into the dense suburban sprawl of Orlando.
Book Hotels in OrlandoDistance: 215 km (134 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 22 min
Departure: RSW (26.53619956970215, -81.75520324707031)
Arrival: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Route Type: Domestic
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