About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Orlando International (MCO) to Dublin (DUB)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Orlando to Dublin. Right-side seats offer superior views on both takeoff and landing for typical MCO operations. Eastbound departures and approaches dominate the schedule, making the right side the consistent winner for viewing central Florida's lakes, the Atlantic coastal region, and the Space Coast area.
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 to the east on runways 17L/R or occasionally west on 35L/R. Right-side seats on eastbound departures offer views of the Atlantic coast and the Florida peninsula's eastern edge. Westbound departures are less common but would favor left seats. Notable sights include: Lake Apopka (large freshwater lake immediately west of MCO), Atlantic Ocean coastline near Cocoa Beach (30 miles east), Kennedy Space Center area on the Space Coast (50+ miles northeast).
What can I see when landing at Dublin in Dublin?
When landing at Dublin (DUB), sit on the Right side for the best views. MCO approaches typically come from the east on runways 17L/R or from the west on 35L/R. Eastbound final approaches (landing 17L/R) give right-side passengers views of the Atlantic coast and central Florida lakes during descent. This is the more common approach pattern. Notable sights include: Lake Apopka (visible on left/north side during descent), Shingle Creek (headwaters of the Kissimmee River system, small but historically significant), suburban Orlando development and residential areas, Atlantic coastal plain terrain.
How long is the flight from Orlando to Dublin?
The flight from Orlando International (MCO) to Dublin (DUB) takes Approximately 7.5 to 8.5 hours.
What does the Orlando to Dublin flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean, passing north of Bermuda (typically 400+ miles south of track). Over the open Atlantic, no landmarks are visible. As the aircraft approaches European airspace, the Azores Islands (Portugal) may be visible on southern routes at altitude, though most MCO-DUB flights track further north. The approach to Ireland crosses the Celtic Sea and Irish coastline, with Wicklow Mountains and Dublin Bay visible during descent into DUB.