MCO to DXB Route Guide
Orlando, United States → Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Quick answer
KMCO (Orlando, United States) to OMDB (Dubai, United Arab Emirates) is a 6,728 NM (12,460 km / 7,742 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 42° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL410, expected flight time 14h 31m, common aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-1000, Boeing 787-10.
Distance
6,728 NM
12,460 km / 7,742 mi
Initial Bearing
42° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL410
41,000 ft
Block Time
14h 31m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
21,684 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
96 ft
KMCO
Arrival Elevation
62 ft
OMDB
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 6,728 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 777-300ER
- Airbus A350-1000
- Boeing 787-10
- Airbus A380
Weather considerations
Pilots flying MCO-DXB should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs. On this long-range mission, plan for an alternate within fuel reserves and review oceanic / NAT track procedures if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between MCO and DXB?
6,728 nautical miles (12,460 km / 7,742 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Orlando to Dubai?
Approximately 14h 31m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly MCO-DXB?
Common types include Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-1000, Boeing 787-10, Airbus A380 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL410 (41,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
42° true (NE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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