Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 14 hours 5 minutes.
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Dubai eight hours ahead of Orlando.
Each week, there are seven Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport flights. If you want to be on board early, take the 20:20 Emirates flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 21:00 with Emirates.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MCO to DXB flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Emirates is your gateway to discovering Dubai (and perhaps some other great parts of United Arab Emirates!). Browse the direct flights from Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport offered by this carrier.
Emirates tops the list for bookings on this route.
Among carriers operating MCO to DXB flights, Emirates has the best track record for timely arrivals.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MCO and DXB:
Newark Liberty International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport flight is R 5,993. A return plane ticket is currently R 14,820. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book five months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MCO to DXB.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MCO to DXB.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO's address is One Airport Boulevard.
Of the departures from Orlando International Airport, 78.28% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Orlando to Orlando International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Have an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to MCO:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Consider staying in a hotel near DXB if you're on a late Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are top outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Dubai. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from MCO to DXB in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. No visit is complete without checking out Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.