MCO
Orlando
United States
14,314 km
8,895 miles
SYM
Simao
China
Distance
14,314 km
8,895 mi / 7,729 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+13h
America/New_York
Heading
357°
north

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MCO SYM
Airport Name Orlando International Airport Simao Airport
IATA Code MCO SYM
ICAO Code KMCO ZPSM
City Orlando Simao
Country United States China
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 96 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 28.430000, -81.310000 22.790000, 100.960000

Orlando (MCO) to Simao (SYM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) in Orlando, United States to Simao Airport (SYM) in Simao, China is 14,314 kilometers (8,895 miles / 7,729 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

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 China. 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 12:04 in Orlando, it's 01:04 in Simao. With a 13-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 Simao (SYM) to Orlando (MCO) follows a heading of 3° (north). 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 Simao Airport (SYM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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