MCO
Orlando
United States
11,158 km
6,934 miles
MSJ
Misawa
Japan
Distance
11,158 km
6,934 mi / 6,025 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/New_York
Heading
329°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

MCO MSJ
Airport Name Orlando International Airport Misawa Air Base
IATA Code MCO MSJ
ICAO Code KMCO RJSM
City Orlando Misawa
Country United States Japan
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 96 ft 119 ft
Coordinates 28.430000, -81.310000 40.700000, 141.370000

Orlando (MCO) to Misawa (MSJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) in Orlando, United States to Misawa Air Base (MSJ) in Misawa, Japan is 11,158 kilometers (6,934 miles / 6,025 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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 Japan. 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 04:00 in Orlando, it's 18:00 in Misawa. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Misawa (MSJ) to Orlando (MCO) follows a heading of 37° (northeast). 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 Misawa Air Base (MSJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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