MCO to JFK Route Guide
Orlando, United States → New York, United States
Quick answer
KMCO (Orlando, United States) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 821 NM (1,520 km / 945 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 25° (NNE). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 2h 14m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
821 NM
1,520 km / 945 mi
Initial Bearing
25° (NNE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
2h 14m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,963 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
96 ft
KMCO
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 821 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying MCO-JFK should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between MCO and JFK?
821 nautical miles (1,520 km / 945 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Orlando to New York?
Approximately 2h 14m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly MCO-JFK?
Common types include Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo, Boeing 737 MAX 8 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL350 (35,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
25° true (NNE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
Plan your next flight with confidence
Free aviation tools: METAR decoder, fuel calculator, weather, and live tracking.
Start Free →