About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Port Columbus International (CMH) to Orlando International (MCO)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Columbus to Orlando. While takeoff offers good Columbus views from the right, the landing approach on the left provides more dramatic and varied geography—Lake Apopka, the Orlando metro area, and Florida's distinctive lake-filled terrain make for a more visually interesting final descent.
What can I see during takeoff from Port Columbus International in Columbus?
During takeoff from Port Columbus International (CMH), sit on the Right side for the best views. CMH typically departs runway 28R or 10R depending on wind. Right-side seats offer views of Columbus's downtown skyline and the Scioto River valley during initial climb. The city's grid pattern and surrounding suburban sprawl are distinctive from altitude. Notable sights include: Columbus downtown district (Scioto River bend), suburban Columbus sprawl extending east, Darby Creek valley to the south, Ohio farmland grid pattern.
What can I see when landing at Orlando International in Orlando?
When landing at Orlando International (MCO), sit on the Left side for the best views. MCO typically lands runway 09L or 27L. Left-side seats during approach offer views of the Orlando metropolitan area, Lake Apopka to the northwest, and the distinctive pattern of central Florida's lakes and wetlands. The contrast between developed areas and natural water features is striking. Notable sights include: Lake Apopka (large shallow lake northwest of airport), Orlando downtown and urban sprawl, Florida's lake-dotted terrain, wetland areas and smaller lakes surrounding MCO.
How long is the flight from Columbus to Orlando?
The flight from Port Columbus International (CMH) to Orlando International (MCO) takes Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Columbus to Orlando flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses central Kentucky and Tennessee, passing east of Louisville and Nashville. Notable features include the Cumberland Plateau's edge visible from altitude, the Tennessee River valley, and the transition from Ohio's glaciated terrain to the Appalachian foothills. Georgia's northern mountains appear as a distant ridge line before descent into Florida's flat peninsula. The entire route follows relatively gentle terrain with no dramatic mountain ranges directly beneath the flight path.