Orlando to Buki (MCO–FIN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Orlando to Buki
Flown by charter / private operators — no scheduled airline service.
8,897 mi 0h 27m nonstop +14h ahead

MCO–FIN has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MCO → FIN
90%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
90%
Return
FIN → MCO
76%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
76%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MCO delays →

Other ways to reach Buki from Orlando

Nearby airports with service to Finschhafen Airport.
Metric MCO→FIN SRQ→FIN
Distance from MCO 104 mi
Nonstop airlines 1
Weekly flights
Flight time 0h 27m 10h 27m
Departure OTP 90%
Airports within 200 miles of MCO with service to Finschhafen Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+14h
Buki is 14 hours ahead of Orlando.
MCO: EDT · FIN: +10

When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 8:00 AM (next day) in Buki.
Distance & Flight Time
8,897 mi / 14,318 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 27m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

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.

Getting to MCO

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

Key statistics for the Orlando to Buki route.
Route details
Distance8,897 mi / 14,318 km
Flight time0h 27m
Time difference+14 hours
Airlines (nonstop)Charter / private
Origin: MCO
IATA / ICAOMCO / KMCO
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr55.7M
Elevation96 ft / 29 m
Destination: FIN
IATA / ICAOFIN / AYFI
TimezonePacific/Port_Moresby
Elevation60 ft / 18 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MCO to FIN flights.
Nonstop flights from Orlando International Airport to Finschhafen Airport take about 0h 27m gate to gate. The route covers 8,897 miles.
Buki is 14 hours ahead of Orlando.
Nearby alternatives include SRQ. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

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 is about 0 hours 27 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 8,897 miles (14,318 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

Nearby alternative airports include Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ).