Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Orlando: what you need to know
Around 14 hours 6 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Orlando.
The timezone in Orlando is UTC-4. The city is 8 hours behind Dubai, where Dubai Airport is located.
With 7 weekly flights between the two airports, Dubai Airport (DXB) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the busiest route. Emirates operates the earliest flight at 02:50. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from DXB to MCO is with Emirates at 03:05.
To ensure you catch your flight from DXB to Orlando, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Direct flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Orlando are available for booking. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is where you'll be landing.
Emirates is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Dubai Airport to Orlando.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from DXB to Orlando, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
If you hold a passport from United Arab Emirates, you'll need an embassy visa to enter United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Dubai Airport to Orlando for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and certainly before you fly.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Dubai, DXB can be reached in approximately 16 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport takes roughly 49 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near DXB. Whether you have an early flight from Dubai Airport to Orlando or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Orlando
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Dubai Airport to Orlando is C$700. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,106. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from DXB to Orlando, reserve your journey 11 months ahead of the departure date.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Dubai Airport to Orlando. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai Airport to Orlando, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando is around 22 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you have a late flight from Dubai Airport to Orlando, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near MCO:
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Central Orlando is about 48 kilometres from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). After your flight from Dubai Airport to Orlando has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 36 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 2 hours and 3 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to SFB. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from DXB to Orlando:
Best time to go to Orlando
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Orlando. July is the most popular month to visit Orlando. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Dubai Airport to Orlando for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from DXB to Orlando around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Orlando
After booking your flight from Dubai Airport to Orlando, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Orlando:
Universal Orlando Resort and Universal's Islands of Adventure are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Orlando to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Lake Eola Park.
Complete your Orlando trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Orlando and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare rates in one place to find the ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Dubai Airport to Orlando.