Left side wins both ends of the flight — Orlando's lakes and Disney complex on departure, and central Paris on arrival. Over the Atlantic the views are similar on both sides, but the left side also gets better angles on the Newfoundland coastline and the southern tip of Greenland if the routing goes that way.
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Flight Path
Orlando to Paris is 4,498 miles (7,239 km), a flight of about 9 hours 45 minutes.
The flight typically tracks northeast over the Carolinas and Virginia coast, then out over the North Atlantic via a North Atlantic Track. Depending on the day's track assignment, the route may pass south of Newfoundland and the Grand Banks, occasionally within sight of the southern Greenland ice cap edge. Mid-Atlantic is open ocean with no landmarks. Approaching Europe, the Irish coast or southwestern England may be visible before crossing the English Channel into France.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from MCO
LEFTMCO's primary departure runway 18L/36R runs north-south. Northbound departures climbing out over the left (west) side give views of downtown Orlando, the chain of lakes, and Walt Disney World's distinctive layout. Right side faces east toward flat suburban sprawl and the St. Johns River marshes.
Landing at CDG
LEFTCDG's primary arrival runways 27L/27R bring aircraft in from the east heading west, placing the left (south) side over central Paris. The Seine's distinctive bends, the Eiffel Tower, and the dense Haussmann street grid are clearly visible on the left during the approach descent through 5,000-8,000 feet.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Orlando International (MCO) to Charles De Gaulle (CDG)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Orlando to Paris. Left side wins both ends of the flight — Orlando's lakes and Disney complex on departure, and central Paris on arrival. Over the Atlantic the views are similar on both sides, but the left side also gets better angles on the Newfoundland coastline and the southern tip of Greenland if the routing goes that way.
What can I see during takeoff from Orlando International in Orlando?
During takeoff from Orlando International (MCO), sit on the Left side for the best views. MCO's primary departure runway 18L/36R runs north-south. Northbound departures climbing out over the left (west) side give views of downtown Orlando, the chain of lakes, and Walt Disney World's distinctive layout. Right side faces east toward flat suburban sprawl and the St. Johns River marshes. Notable sights include: Walt Disney World resort complex and its lagoons, downtown Orlando skyline, Lake Tohopekaliga to the southwest, the interconnected lake chain of the Butler Chain.
What can I see when landing at Charles De Gaulle in Paris?
When landing at Charles De Gaulle (CDG), sit on the Left side for the best views. CDG's primary arrival runways 27L/27R bring aircraft in from the east heading west, placing the left (south) side over central Paris. The Seine's distinctive bends, the Eiffel Tower, and the dense Haussmann street grid are clearly visible on the left during the approach descent through 5,000-8,000 feet. Notable sights include: Seine River bends through central Paris, Eiffel Tower and Champ de Mars, La Défense business district tower cluster, Bois de Boulogne forest.
How long is the flight from Orlando to Paris?
The flight from Orlando International (MCO) to Charles De Gaulle (CDG) takes about 9 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,498 miles (7,239 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Orlando to Paris flight path pass over?
The flight typically tracks northeast over the Carolinas and Virginia coast, then out over the North Atlantic via a North Atlantic Track. Depending on the day's track assignment, the route may pass south of Newfoundland and the Grand Banks, occasionally within sight of the southern Greenland ice cap edge. Mid-Atlantic is open ocean with no landmarks. Approaching Europe, the Irish coast or southwestern England may be visible before crossing the English Channel into France.