MCO to MIA Route Guide
Orlando, United States → Miami, United States
Quick answer
KMCO (Orlando, United States) to KMIA (Miami, United States) is a 167 NM (309 km / 192 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 161° (SSE). Typical cruise altitude FL80, expected flight time 1h 27m, common aircraft: Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22.
Distance
167 NM
309 km / 192 mi
Initial Bearing
161° (SSE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL80
8,000 ft
Block Time
1h 27m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
2,001 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
96 ft
KMCO
Arrival Elevation
8 ft
KMIA
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 167 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Cessna 172
- Piper PA-28
- Cirrus SR22
- King Air 200
Weather considerations
Pilots flying MCO-MIA should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between MCO and MIA?
167 nautical miles (309 km / 192 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Orlando to Miami?
Approximately 1h 27m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly MCO-MIA?
Common types include Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22, King Air 200 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL80 (8,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
161° true (SSE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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