MCO
Orlando
United States
12,590 km
7,823 miles
VFA
Victoria Falls
Zimbabwe
Distance
12,590 km
7,823 mi / 6,798 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
99°
east

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MCO VFA
Airport Name Orlando International Airport Victoria Falls International Airport
IATA Code MCO VFA
ICAO Code KMCO FVFA
City Orlando Victoria Falls
Country United States Zimbabwe
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Harare
Elevation 96 ft 3,490 ft
Coordinates 28.430000, -81.310000 -18.100000, 25.840000

Orlando (MCO) to Victoria Falls (VFA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) in Orlando, United States to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe is 12,590 kilometers (7,823 miles / 6,798 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east at a heading of 99°.

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 Zimbabwe. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:20 in Orlando, it's 01:20 in Victoria Falls. With a 7-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 3,394 feet between the two airports. Victoria Falls International Airport sits higher than Orlando International Airport.

The return flight from Victoria Falls (VFA) to Orlando (MCO) follows a heading of 294° (west 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 Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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