Airport Comparison
| MCO | NQZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Orlando International Airport | Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport |
| IATA Code | MCO | NQZ |
| ICAO Code | KMCO | UACC |
| City | Orlando | Astana |
| Country | United States | Kazakhstan |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Asia/Almaty |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 1,166 ft |
| Coordinates | 28.430000, -81.310000 | 51.020000, 71.470000 |
Orlando (MCO) to Astana (NQZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) in Orlando, United States to Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) in Astana, Kazakhstan is 10,786 kilometers (6,702 miles / 5,824 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.
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 United States with Kazakhstan. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:49 in Orlando, it's 10:49 in Astana. With a 10-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 1,070 feet between the two airports. Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport sits higher than Orlando International Airport.
The return flight from Astana (NQZ) to Orlando (MCO) follows a heading of 336° (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 Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.