MCO
Orlando
United States
12,668 km
7,871 miles
WKI
Hwange
Zimbabwe
Distance
12,668 km
7,871 mi / 6,840 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
99°
east

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MCO WKI
Airport Name Orlando International Airport Hwange Airport
IATA Code MCO WKI
ICAO Code KMCO FVWT
City Orlando Hwange
Country United States Zimbabwe
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Harare
Elevation 96 ft 2,500 ft
Coordinates 28.430000, -81.310000 -18.360000, 26.520000

Orlando (MCO) to Hwange (WKI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) in Orlando, United States to Hwange Airport (WKI) in Hwange, Zimbabwe is 12,668 kilometers (7,871 miles / 6,840 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 00:47 in Orlando, it's 07:47 in Hwange. 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 2,404 feet between the two airports. Hwange Airport sits higher than Orlando International Airport.

The return flight from Hwange (WKI) 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 Hwange Airport (WKI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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