AHB
Abha
Saudi Arabia
12,067 km
7,498 miles
MCO
Orlando
United States
Distance
12,067 km
7,498 mi / 6,516 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
310°
northwest

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AHB MCO
Airport Name Abha Regional Airport Orlando International Airport
IATA Code AHB MCO
ICAO Code OEAB KMCO
City Abha Orlando
Country Saudi Arabia United States
Timezone Asia/Riyadh America/New_York
Elevation 6,858 ft 96 ft
Coordinates 18.240000, 42.660000 28.430000, -81.310000

Abha (AHB) to Orlando (MCO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abha Regional Airport (AHB) in Abha, Saudi Arabia to Orlando International Airport (MCO) in Orlando, United States is 12,067 kilometers (7,498 miles / 6,516 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Saudi Arabia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:12 in Abha, it's 04:12 in Orlando. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,762 feet between the two airports. Orlando International Airport sits lower than Abha Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Orlando (MCO) to Abha (AHB) follows a heading of 56° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Abha Regional Airport (AHB) and Orlando International Airport (MCO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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