Travelling from Dubai to Orlando International Airport (MCO): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by working out where you'll catch your flight from Dubai to Orlando International Airport (MCO). Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's main airports.
15 hours 50 minutes is the average duration of a direct Dubai to Orlando International Airport flight.
Orlando is eight hours behind Dubai. Orlando International Airport is located in Orlando, which follows the UTC-4 timezone.
The busiest route is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Orlando International Airport (MCO). There are 5 direct services every week. Emirates operates a 2:50am departure between DXB and MCO.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Dubai to MCO.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Reach your destination without the detour from Dubai Airport (DXB). Direct flights from Dubai to Orlando International Airport (MCO) are available from here.
When departing from DXB, you can take a direct flight from Dubai to Orlando International Airport with Emirates.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Emirates between DXB and MCO.
The most punctual carrier on this route is Emirates. Its services arrive as planned 70.45% of the time.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Dubai to MCO with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between DXB and MCO include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Dubai Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Orlando International Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on time at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is about 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Dubai to MCO flight? Kick back in a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 56.64%.
About Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Book a hotel close to MCO if you have a late flight from Dubai to Orlando International Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab an Orlando International Airport rental car and explore Orlando and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sonic, Dollar and Budget are well-known companies to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Dubai to Orlando International Airport flight.
The street address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Orlando International Airport is R 7,352. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 12,663. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book two months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Dubai to MCO.
July is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Dubai to Orlando International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Dubai to MCO.
Find a cheap flight from Dubai to Orlando International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. May is the quietest month to visit Orlando. July is when most people book flights from Dubai to Orlando International Airport (MCO), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Dubai to MCO plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Orlando, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Orlando International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Orlando
Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Orlando International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Orlando:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Orlando when you're ready to see the sights. Start exploring at Hogwarts followed by Universal's Islands of Adventure and Hogwarts Express.
Explore more of the United States
Orlando has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 209 kilometres north of Orlando, a visit to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like St. John's Cathedral, San Marco Historic District and Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Orlando, Tampa is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Super Bowl, Busch Gardens Tampa and The Florida Aquarium.
