About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Orlando International (MCO) to Theodore Francis Green State (PVD)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Orlando to Providence. While the takeoff offers interesting Florida coastal views on the right, the landing approach on the left provides more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery with Narragansett Bay's complex geography and the Rhode Island coastline. The left side captures the more memorable final descent.
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 seats offer views of the Atlantic coastline and the Indian River Lagoon system as the aircraft climbs northeastward from Orlando. You'll see the barrier islands and coastal development that define Florida's eastern shore. Notable sights include: Indian River Lagoon, Atlantic Ocean, Brevard County barrier islands, Port Canaveral.
What can I see when landing at Theodore Francis Green State in Providence?
When landing at Theodore Francis Green State (PVD), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Providence. You'll see the Narragansett Bay, Rhode Island's coastline, and the transition from open Atlantic waters to the protected bay system where PVD is located. Notable sights include: Narragansett Bay, Rhode Island Sound, Newport area, Atlantic coastline.
How long is the flight from Orlando to Providence?
The flight from Orlando International (MCO) to Theodore Francis Green State (PVD) takes Approximately 3 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Orlando to Providence flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Atlantic coast near the Georgia-South Carolina border, then proceeds over the Appalachian foothills and the Piedmont region. Notable features include the Outer Banks of North Carolina (visible from altitude as barrier islands), the Chesapeake Bay area, and the Mid-Atlantic ridge system. The flight crosses over Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, and New York before reaching New England. The Hudson River valley and Connecticut River valley become visible during the final descent phase into southern New England.