MCO
Orlando
United States
4,983 km
3,096 miles
SJZ
Velas
Portugal
Distance
4,983 km
3,096 mi / 2,690 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/New_York
Heading
62°
east northeast

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MCO SJZ
Airport Name Orlando International Airport Sao Jorge Airport
IATA Code MCO SJZ
ICAO Code KMCO LPSJ
City Orlando Velas
Country United States Portugal
Timezone America/New_York Atlantic/Azores
Elevation 96 ft 311 ft
Coordinates 28.430000, -81.310000 38.670000, -28.180000

Orlando (MCO) to Velas (SJZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) in Orlando, United States to Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) in Velas, Portugal is 4,983 kilometers (3,096 miles / 2,690 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:30 in Orlando, it's 08:30 in Velas. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Velas (SJZ) to Orlando (MCO) follows a heading of 273° (west). 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 Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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