Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Around 14 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, making Dubai nine hours ahead of Orlando.
Each week, there are six Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport flights. If you prefer to take off early, take the 20:20 Emirates flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 21:00 with Emirates.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MCO to DXB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Emirates has direct flights from Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Dubai — and maybe even more of the United Arab Emirates if you have time.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Emirates.
With 72.09% of its services arriving as scheduled, Emirates is the most punctual carrier offering MCO to DXB flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MCO and DXB:
London Heathrow Airport
New York Newark Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
R 6,734 is the lowest price for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Return flights start at R 12,399. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from MCO to DXB, reserve your trip 11 months before your planned departure.
Schedule 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 see the cheapest price across each month.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
Of the departures from Orlando International Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
Orlando International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near MCO:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're coming in on a late Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Go where the road takes you with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and venture far and wide through Dubai and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport to central Dubai has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The quietest month for a flight from Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport is March, while December is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Dubai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Orlando International Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you'd like to visit Dubai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCO to DXB in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates just waiting to be explored. Around 23 kilometres north-east of Dubai, a visit to Sharjah will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.
Abu Dhabi is another sought-after destination in the United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. No trip is complete without visiting Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.
