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STL → MCO
Which side of the plane to sit from St Louis Lambert International Airport (St. Louis) to Orlando International Airport (Orlando)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the St. Louis skyline and Gateway Arch upon departure, followed by the vast lake systems of Kentucky and the sprawling theme parks of Central Florida during the final descent.
Gateway Arch
See the iconic 630-foot silver monument and the downtown St. Louis riverfront immediately after departing STL.
Land Between the Lakes
Spot the massive Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley recreation areas bordering western Kentucky and Tennessee.
Chattahoochee National Forest
Fly over the lush green canopy and rolling hills of the Georgia wilderness during the middle segment of the journey.
Orlando Theme Parks
Look for the recognizable structures of Walt Disney World and Universal Studios during the descent into Central Florida.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico in the distance. During the final approach to Orlando, watch closely for the distinct 'hidden mickeys' and large resorts scattered across the lake-filled landscape.
Missouri-Mississippi Confluence
View the massive intersection of North America's two longest rivers just north of the city shortly after takeoff.
Atlanta Metropolitan Area
Catch glimpses of the sprawling urban forest and dense skyline of Atlanta while cruising over the Southeast.
St. Johns River
Observe the winding dark waters of Florida's longest river as the flight enters the northern part of the peninsula.
Space Coast Distant
On clear days during a northern approach to MCO, look far east toward Cape Canaveral and the Atlantic horizon.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to minimize sun glare while traveling south. It offers the best perspective of the river confluence near St. Louis if the wind dictates a northward departure.
Distance: 1,420 km (882 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 54 min
Departure: STL (38.748697, -90.370003)
Arrival: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Route Type: Domestic
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