Airport Comparison
| GVL | MCO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport | Orlando International Airport |
| IATA Code | GVL | MCO |
| ICAO Code | KGVL | KMCO |
| City | Gainesville | Orlando |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 1,277 ft | 96 ft |
| Coordinates | 34.270000, -83.830000 | 28.430000, -81.310000 |
Gainesville (GVL) to Orlando (MCO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport (GVL) in Gainesville, United States to Orlando International Airport (MCO) in Orlando, United States is 692 kilometers (430 miles / 374 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southeast at a heading of 159°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 04:36 in Gainesville, it's 04:36 in Orlando.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,181 feet between the two airports. Orlando International Airport sits lower than Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport.
The return flight from Orlando (MCO) to Gainesville (GVL) follows a heading of 340° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport (GVL) and Orlando International Airport (MCO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.