Orlando to Buki (MCO–FIN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between MCO and FIN, connecting options are available through 4 hubs.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Buki from Orlando
| Metric | MCO→FIN | SRQ→FIN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MCO | – | 104 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 0 | – |
| Flight time | 0h 27m | 10h 27m |
| Departure OTP | 59% | – |
Travel Essentials
MCO: EDT · FIN: +10
When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 8:00 AM (next day) in Buki.
US passport holders can obtain a free visa on arrival at Jacksons International Airport (POM) in Port Moresby for stays up to 60 days. The visa on arrival is a single-entry tourist visa issued at the immigration counter. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with at least 2 blank pages. A return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation are required. Bring a printed hotel booking or a letter of invitation if staying with contacts.
The 60-day stay can be extended at the Immigration and Citizenship Authority in Port Moresby. Papua New Guinea has over 800 languages, the most of any country on earth. The Kokoda Track, a 96km trail through the Owen Stanley Range, takes 4 to 12 days to trek and requires a licensed guide and permit (PGK 150, about $40). Trekking season runs April to November. The Sepik River region is famous for traditional art and spirit houses. Diving at Kimbe Bay, Milne Bay, and Rabaul explores coral reefs and WWII wrecks.
No direct flights connect the US to Papua New Guinea. Route through Manila (about 5 hours to POM on Philippine Airlines), Singapore (about 6 hours 30 minutes on Air Niugini), or Brisbane (about 3 hours 30 minutes on Air Niugini). Total travel time from the US West Coast runs 18 to 24 hours. Papua New Guinea uses the Papua New Guinean kina (PGK), trading at roughly 3.88 PGK per $1. ATMs in Port Moresby and major towns dispense kina. Card payments work at hotels and some restaurants in Port Moresby and Lae. Cash is essential outside the two main cities. Domestic flights on Air Niugini and PNG Air connect 20+ airstrips across the country: Port Moresby to Mount Hagen costs PGK 500 to PGK 1,200 ($130 to $310) one way. Public motor vehicles (PMVs) are the local bus system at PGK 1 to PGK 5 per ride in towns.
SunRail commuter rail connects downtown Orlando to the Sand Lake Road station (not at the airport). A shuttle or ride-hail covers the remaining 4 miles; the full trip takes 50–70 minutes and costs around $8–15 total. Brightline high-speed rail (launched 2023) runs from Miami and Fort Lauderdale to MCO's Terminal C, with one-way fares from $30–80.Ride-hails (Uber/Lyft) from International Drive cost $18–30; from Walt Disney World resort area $25–40. Taxis are metered. Park-and-ride options are limited; most long-term parking is in the airport's own garages ($15–25/day).
MCO–FIN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MCO to FIN
Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Finschhafen Airport (FIN) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
MCO to FIN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCO to FIN ranges from 0 hours 27 minutes. The route covers a distance of 8,897 miles (14,318 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CHS. Nearby alternative airports include Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ).