While takeoff favors the right for Florida coastal views, the landing approach on the left provides superior views of the destination—the dramatic Serra do Curral and Belo Horizonte's valley setting are more visually distinctive than MCO's departure landscape. The left side captures the defining geography of your arrival.
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Flight Path
Orlando to Belo Horizonte is 4,152 miles (6,683 km), a flight of about 8 hours 20 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean, then transitions over the Caribbean and northern South America. Notable features include the Bahamas archipelago (if visible during early climb), the Caribbean Sea, the northern coast of South America near Venezuela/Guyana, and the Amazon Basin's vast forest canopy. As the flight progresses inland toward Brazil, the terrain transitions from coastal lowlands to the Brazilian Shield's elevated plateau regions. The approach to Belo Horizonte brings views of the transition zone between the Amazon Basin and the Atlantic Forest biome, with increasing topographic relief as you near the Serra do Curral.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from MCO
RIGHTMCO typically departs eastbound (runways 17L/R or 18L/R). Right-side seats face the Atlantic coast and the Florida peninsula's eastern shoreline during initial climb, offering clear views of the coastal geography you're leaving behind.
Landing at CNF
LEFTCNF approaches from the northeast, typically landing on runways 09L/R (westbound). Left-side seats face the Serra do Curral mountain range and the city of Belo Horizonte's urban sprawl in the valley during descent, providing dramatic views of the destination city and surrounding topography.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Orlando International (MCO) to Tancredo Neves (CNF)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Orlando to Belo Horizonte. While takeoff favors the right for Florida coastal views, the landing approach on the left provides superior views of the destination—the dramatic Serra do Curral and Belo Horizonte's valley setting are more visually distinctive than MCO's departure landscape. The left side captures the defining geography of your arrival.
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. MCO typically departs eastbound (runways 17L/R or 18L/R). Right-side seats face the Atlantic coast and the Florida peninsula's eastern shoreline during initial climb, offering clear views of the coastal geography you're leaving behind. Notable sights include: Atlantic Ocean, Indian River Lagoon system, Brevard County barrier islands, Florida's central ridge topography.
What can I see when landing at Tancredo Neves in Belo Horizonte?
When landing at Tancredo Neves (CNF), sit on the Left side for the best views. CNF approaches from the northeast, typically landing on runways 09L/R (westbound). Left-side seats face the Serra do Curral mountain range and the city of Belo Horizonte's urban sprawl in the valley during descent, providing dramatic views of the destination city and surrounding topography. Notable sights include: Serra do Curral ridge, Belo Horizonte city center in the valley, Pampulha Lagoon, surrounding Atlantic Forest terrain.
How long is the flight from Orlando to Belo Horizonte?
The flight from Orlando International (MCO) to Tancredo Neves (CNF) takes about 8 hours 20 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,152 miles (6,683 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Orlando to Belo Horizonte flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean, then transitions over the Caribbean and northern South America. Notable features include the Bahamas archipelago (if visible during early climb), the Caribbean Sea, the northern coast of South America near Venezuela/Guyana, and the Amazon Basin's vast forest canopy. As the flight progresses inland toward Brazil, the terrain transitions from coastal lowlands to the Brazilian Shield's elevated plateau regions. The approach to Belo Horizonte brings views of the transition zone between the Amazon Basin and the Atlantic Forest biome, with increasing topographic relief as you near the Serra do Curral.