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SFO → MCO
Which side of the plane to sit from San Francisco International Airport (San Francisco) to Orlando International Airport (Orlando)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of Yosemite National Park, the Mojave Desert's dramatic topography, and the sprawling theme park complexes during the approach into Orlando.
Yosemite National Park
Unrivaled views of the High Sierra, including glimpses of Half Dome and the glacial valleys.
Mojave Desert
The vast, sun-baked landscape of the American Southwest with its unique geological formations.
Silicon Valley
Aerial perspective of the tech hubs and salt ponds in the South Bay during the initial climb.
Gulf of Mexico
Beautiful emerald waters and white sand beaches as the flight enters the Florida Panhandle.
Disney World & Epcot
Iconic structures like Spaceship Earth are often visible during the final descent into MCO.
The right side is the prime choice for afternoon flights, offering spectacular sunset views as you approach Florida. Sit behind the wing to ensure your view of Yosemite and the Orlando theme parks isn't obstructed. Watch for the dramatic change in terrain from the arid desert to the lush, lake-filled landscape of central Florida.
San Francisco Bay
Immediate views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and the city skyline shortly after takeoff.
Lake Tahoe
The brilliant blue waters of the alpine lake nestled in the snow-capped Sierra Nevada mountains.
Great Salt Lake
Visualizing the stark contrast between the turquoise water and the white crystalline salt flats.
Northern Rockies
Craggy, high-altitude peaks of the mountain range stretching across the horizon.
Mississippi River
The massive, meandering waterway that marks the transition into the American South.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid the glare of the southern sun. This side provides the best view of the distinct color shifts in the Great Salt Lake and the rugged peaks of the Northern Rockies. During winter months, the snow coverage on the Sierras is particularly photogenic from this side.
Distance: 3,929 km (2,441 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 37 min
Departure: SFO (37.61899948120117, -122.375)
Arrival: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Route Type: Domestic
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