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YYC → MCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Calgary International Airport (Calgary) to Orlando International Airport (Orlando)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, beginning with a stunning panorama of the Canadian Rockies upon departure and concluding with iconic views of Orlando's world-famous theme parks during the descent.
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Canadian Rockies
Spectacular views of the jagged, snow-capped peaks to the west during the initial climb out of Calgary.
The High Plains
The transition from the rolling foothills of Alberta to the rugged badlands of the northern United States.
Mississippi River
A classic crossing of the 'Mighty Mississippi' near the border of Arkansas and Mississippi.
Florida Swamplands
The unique ecosystem of the Florida Panhandle and the interconnected lakes of Central Florida.
Theme Park Row
Unmatched aerial views of Walt Disney World, Epcot, and Universal Studios during the standard landing pattern.
The right side is the preferred choice for this route. After takeoff from YYC, the Rocky Mountains provide a majestic horizon to the west. On the approach to Orlando, this side typically offers the best angle for spotting the Magic Kingdom and Epcot. For afternoon flights, you will enjoy a beautiful sunset, though you may need to lower your shade for the middle third of the flight to block direct sun glare.
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Calgary Skyline
Clear views of the Calgary Tower and the downtown business district immediately after takeoff.
Midwestern Farmland
A massive tapestry of circular irrigation patterns and geometric crop fields across the American heartland.
Lake Oahe
The winding, blue expanse of this large reservoir on the Missouri River in South Dakota.
Atlanta Metro
A distant view of the sprawling Atlanta metropolitan area and the busy Hartsfield-Jackson airport hub.
Cape Canaveral
Potential distant glimpses of the Florida coastline and the John F. Kennedy Space Center on the final approach.
Choose the left side for early morning flights to witness a spectacular sunrise over the Great Plains. During the descent into MCO, keep your eyes peeled for the Atlantic coastline and potential views of the Space Coast if the flight path tracks slightly east. Use a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat blur when photographing the geometric farm patterns of the Midwest.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 3,711 km (2,306 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 22 min
Departure: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)
Arrival: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Route Type: International
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