Orlando to Abilene is 1,127 miles (1,814 km), a flight of about 3 hours 15 minutes.
Right side wins for the full journey. Takeoff offers central Florida's distinctive lake scenery, and landing provides the Brazos River valley and Abilene approach views. Left side would show less visually distinctive terrain for most of the flight.
Flight Path
Georgia-Alabama border region with Appalachian foothills to the north, Mississippi River valley near the Louisiana-Mississippi border, Louisiana bayou and wetland areas, East Texas piney woods transitioning to grassland plains, scattered lakes and reservoirs across Louisiana and East Texas
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Takeoff from MCO
RIGHTRight side offers views of the Atlantic coastal region and inland lakes as you climb westward from MCO. You'll see the chain of lakes that dot central Florida's landscape, which are distinctive and visually interesting during the initial climb.
Landing at ABI
RIGHTRight side provides views of the Brazos River valley and the approach to Abilene across the Texas plains. You'll see the river's distinctive meandering pattern and the transition from grassland to the developed areas around Abilene.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Orlando International (MCO) to Abilene Rgnl (ABI)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Orlando to Abilene. Right side wins for the full journey. Takeoff offers central Florida's distinctive lake scenery, and landing provides the Brazos River valley and Abilene approach views. Left side would show less visually distinctive terrain for most of the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Orlando International in Orlando?
During takeoff from Orlando International (MCO), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers views of the Atlantic coastal region and inland lakes as you climb westward from MCO. You'll see the chain of lakes that dot central Florida's landscape, which are distinctive and visually interesting during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Lake Apopka, Wekiwa Springs area lakes, Atlantic coastal plain, central Florida lake chain.
What can I see when landing at Abilene Rgnl in Abilene?
When landing at Abilene Rgnl (ABI), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the Brazos River valley and the approach to Abilene across the Texas plains. You'll see the river's distinctive meandering pattern and the transition from grassland to the developed areas around Abilene. Notable sights include: Brazos River, Texas plains and grassland, Abilene city grid, rolling terrain west of Abilene.
How long is the flight from Orlando to Abilene?
The flight from Orlando International (MCO) to Abilene Rgnl (ABI) takes about 3 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,127 miles (1,814 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Orlando to Abilene flight path pass over?
Georgia-Alabama border region with Appalachian foothills to the north, Mississippi River valley near the Louisiana-Mississippi border, Louisiana bayou and wetland areas, East Texas piney woods transitioning to grassland plains, scattered lakes and reservoirs across Louisiana and East Texas