The right side wins on both ends of the flight—Cape Canaveral's launch facilities at departure and Dubai's iconic coastal skyline with Palm Jumeirah at arrival—while the cruise phase over North Africa's desert coastline also favors the south-facing side.
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Flight Path
Orlando to Dubai is 7,743 miles (12,461 km), a flight of about 14 hours 5 minutes.
North Atlantic Ocean, Iberian Peninsula coastline, western Mediterranean Sea, Sahara Desert margins of North Africa, and the Arabian Peninsula's desert interior before descent into the Persian Gulf
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from MCO
RIGHTDeparting MCO in a north-flow pattern, the initial turn east puts the Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral coastline on the right side, along with the Atlantic shoreline and barrier islands. The left side only shows flat central Florida scrubland and lakes.
Landing at DXB
RIGHTOn approach into DXB from over the Persian Gulf, the right side offers views of Dubai's coastal skyline, including the Palm Jumeirah artificial archipelago and the dense high-rise cluster along Sheikh Zayed Road, before the turn onto final. The left side mostly shows featureless desert interior.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Orlando International (MCO) to Dubai International (DXB)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Orlando to Dubai. The right side wins on both ends of the flight—Cape Canaveral's launch facilities at departure and Dubai's iconic coastal skyline with Palm Jumeirah at arrival—while the cruise phase over North Africa's desert coastline also favors the south-facing side.
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. Departing MCO in a north-flow pattern, the initial turn east puts the Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral coastline on the right side, along with the Atlantic shoreline and barrier islands. The left side only shows flat central Florida scrubland and lakes. Notable sights include: Cape Canaveral/Kennedy Space Center, Atlantic barrier islands, Banana River, Florida coastline.
What can I see when landing at Dubai International in Dubai?
When landing at Dubai International (DXB), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into DXB from over the Persian Gulf, the right side offers views of Dubai's coastal skyline, including the Palm Jumeirah artificial archipelago and the dense high-rise cluster along Sheikh Zayed Road, before the turn onto final. The left side mostly shows featureless desert interior. Notable sights include: Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina skyline, Burj Khalifa, Persian Gulf coastline.
How long is the flight from Orlando to Dubai?
The flight from Orlando International (MCO) to Dubai International (DXB) takes about 14 hours 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 7,743 miles (12,461 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Orlando to Dubai flight path pass over?
North Atlantic Ocean, Iberian Peninsula coastline, western Mediterranean Sea, Sahara Desert margins of North Africa, and the Arabian Peninsula's desert interior before descent into the Persian Gulf