About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from St Johns International (YYT) to Orlando International (MCO)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from St. John's to Orlando. Right-side seats capture the more dramatic geography at both ends: St. John's coastal cliffs and Conception Bay on departure, and the scenic lake chain and central Florida terrain on approach. The Atlantic crossing itself offers minimal visual interest from either side, but the right side wins on the bookends.
What can I see during takeoff from St Johns International in St. John's?
During takeoff from St Johns International (YYT), sit on the Right side for the best views. St. John's typically departs eastbound (Runway 11) or westbound (Runway 29). Right-side seats offer views of Conception Bay and the Atlantic coastline during initial climb. The rugged Avalon Peninsula terrain and coastal cliffs are more prominent on the right during standard departure routing. Notable sights include: Conception Bay, Avalon Peninsula rocky coastline, St. John's Harbor and downtown waterfront, Atlantic Ocean horizon.
What can I see when landing at Orlando International in Orlando?
When landing at Orlando International (MCO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching MCO typically uses Runway 35L or 35R from the north. Left-side seats provide views of central Florida's lakes and wetlands during descent. The chain of lakes west of Orlando and the distinctive flat terrain of the Florida peninsula are more visible on the left during standard approach vectors. Notable sights include: Central Florida lake chain (Lake Apopka, Tohopekaliga), Shingle Creek headwaters region, flat pine and palmetto scrubland, Orlando metropolitan sprawl.
How long is the flight from St. John's to Orlando?
The flight from St Johns International (YYT) to Orlando International (MCO) takes Approximately 4 hours 15 minutes.
What does the St. John's to Orlando flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the Atlantic Ocean for roughly 2.5 hours with no significant landmarks visible—open water and sky dominate. As the aircraft approaches the US coast near Georgia/South Carolina, the continental shelf becomes visible as a subtle color change in the water. The flight then crosses over the southeastern United States, passing over Georgia's coastal plains and northern Florida's interior before descending into the Orlando area. The transition from Atlantic to land is gradual, with no dramatic mountain ranges or major geographic features along this route.