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YUL → MCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal) to Orlando International Airport (Orlando)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior perspective of the Atlantic coastline, the intricate Chesapeake Bay, and a spectacular view of the Kennedy Space Center facilities during the descent into Central Florida.
Montreal & St. Lawrence
Panoramic views of the island of Montreal, Mount Royal, and the massive St. Lawrence River immediately after departure.
Lake Champlain
A long look at the blue waters separating the Adirondacks and the Green Mountains of Vermont.
Chesapeake Bay
Aerial views of the massive estuary, including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel and the naval activity around Norfolk.
Outer Banks
Distant but clear views of the thin, sandy barrier islands along the North Carolina coast.
Kennedy Space Center
On the descent into Orlando, look for the Vehicle Assembly Building and launch pads at Cape Canaveral.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and enjoy the blue hues of the Atlantic. During the final 20 minutes of flight, keep your eyes peeled for the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge and the iconic NASA infrastructure if the approach path takes you over the coast.
Adirondack High Peaks
Rugged, forested mountain terrain in upstate New York featuring some of the highest elevations in the Northeast.
Washington D.C.
Depending on the specific airway, views of the Potomac River and the distinct layout of the U.S. capital city.
Blue Ridge Mountains
The rolling, hazy ridges of the Appalachian chain as the flight traverses Virginia and the Carolinas.
Okefenokee Swamp
The vast, dark wetlands and prehistoric landscapes near the Georgia-Florida border.
Orlando Theme Parks
Potential sightings of Epcot's Spaceship Earth and the Cinderella Castle during the final approach maneuvers.
The right side is ideal for sunset flights, offering a golden glow over the Appalachian Mountains. If the plane approaches MCO from the west, you will have a better view of the extensive lake systems and world-famous theme parks just before landing.
Distance: 2,008 km (1,248 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 41 min
Departure: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Arrival: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Route Type: International
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