Travelling from Orlando to Damascus International Airport (DAM): What you need to know
The timezone in Damascus is UTC+3, which is eight hours ahead of Orlando. Damascus International Airport is located in Damascus.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Orlando to DAM. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during peak months like March, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Orlando, MCO can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Orlando International Airport, 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
With public transport, you can travel from central Orlando to SFB in about 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
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69% of all departures from Orlando Sanford International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Getting from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to central Damascus
From Damascus International Airport, central Damascus is around 31 kilometres away. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Damascus International Airport is $912. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,806. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Orlando to DAM if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Affordable Orlando to Damascus International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
January is the busiest month for flights from Orlando to Damascus International Airport (DAM). Visit Damascus in December for a quieter experience.
Book a Orlando to DAM plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Damascus to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Orlando to Damascus International Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Damascus
Start your Damascus trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Orlando to Damascus International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of things to do in Damascus when you're ready to sightsee. Head straight for Al Fateh Mosque followed by Franciscan Church and Umayyad Mosque.
Explore more of Syria
You've visited Damascus, now it's time to discover other corners of Syria. Travel around 145 kilometres north to Homs to tick off its top sights. From Citadel of Homs to Khalid ibn Al-Walid Mosque and Al Jilani Mosque, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 241 kilometres north of Damascus, Latakia is another favourite stop in Syria. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Mosque of the Caliphs, Salah el-Din Citadel and Batrla Mosque.