About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Keflavik Nas (KEF) to Orlando International (MCO)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Keflavik to Orlando. Right-side seats offer superior views on both legs: Iceland's volcanic landscape during departure and Florida's lake-filled landscape during arrival. The transatlantic routing means the flight path itself crosses the North Atlantic with minimal notable landmarks, but the endpoints favor right-side seating.
What can I see during takeoff from Keflavik Nas in Keflavik?
During takeoff from Keflavik Nas (KEF), sit on the Right side for the best views. KEF typically departs runway 02 (northbound) or 20 (southbound). Right-side seats offer views of Iceland's southwestern coast and the Reykjanes Peninsula's volcanic terrain. The dramatic lava fields and coastal cliffs are most visible on the right during initial climb. Notable sights include: Reykjanes Peninsula lava fields, Atlantic Ocean coastline, Fagradalsfjall volcanic region, Grindavík geothermal area.
What can I see when landing at Orlando International in Orlando?
When landing at Orlando International (MCO), sit on the Right side for the best views. MCO uses runways 09L/27R and 09R/27L. Arriving from the northeast (typical transatlantic routing), right-side seats during descent provide views of central Florida's lake systems and the approach corridor over the Orlando metropolitan area. The chain of lakes and wetlands east of the airport are distinctly visible. Notable sights include: Lake Apopka, Butler Chain of Lakes, Orlando downtown skyline, Florida wetlands and cypress swamps.
How long is the flight from Keflavik to Orlando?
The flight from Keflavik Nas (KEF) to Orlando International (MCO) takes Approximately 5 hours 45 minutes to 6 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Keflavik to Orlando flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the North Atlantic at cruise altitude (typically 33,000-35,000 feet) with no visible landmarks. The route passes south of Greenland and over open ocean. At cruise altitude, only cloud formations and occasional icebergs (if flying low enough to see them, which is rare) would be visible. The flight enters US airspace over the Canadian Maritimes before descending toward Florida.