Detroit to Orlando (DTW–MCO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DTW–MCO is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 959 miles in approximately 1h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 120 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, KE, LA, VS | 43 | 753, A21N | 1h55-2h40 | SkyTeam | AF, KE, LA, VS | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 19 | 320 | 2h29-2h39 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 14 | A20N, A21N | 2h42-2h44 | – | Y4 | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 1 | 738 | 2h40 | – | – | |
| HA Hawaiian Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Orlando from Detroit
| Metric | DTW→MCO | YQG→MCO | TOL→MCO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DTW | – | 21 mi | 49 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 133 | – | – |
| Flight time | 1h 55m | 2h 28m | 2h 8m |
| Departure OTP | 86% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DTW: EDT · MCO: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 6:00 PM in Orlando.
There is no rail link to DTW; the airport is 18 miles southwest of downtown Detroit. SMART bus Route 261 provides a slow connection ($2), but ride-share or car is standard for most travelers. Ride-shares from downtown cost $30–45.Driving is the primary mode: I-94 and I-275 are the main expressways. Economy parking is well-organized with frequent shuttles. For Windsor, Ontario arrivals, the airport connects via I-75 and the Ambassador Bridge or DRIC tunnel.
Brightline trains depart from Terminal C to Fort Lauderdale (3h, from $30) and Miami (3.5h, from $30); this is the only intercity rail option from the airport. For Walt Disney World or International Drive, ride-hails cost $25–40 and take 20–30 minutes. Mears Connect shuttle buses serve the major resort areas (from $16 per person).Taxis are metered and available at Ground Transportation. Rental car agencies are in the Terminal B intermodal center; accessible by Automated People Mover from both Terminal A and Terminal C. All five theme park areas offer resort shuttle services but these require pre-booking.
Subtropical climate, warm to hot year-round. Summer (June–September) is the most disruptive season: daily afternoon thunderstorms arrive with near-clockwork timing and frequently cause ground stops at MCO, often delaying 3–4pm banks of departures. Heat and humidity can top 35°C with heat index over 40°C. Lightning density in central Florida is among the highest in the United States.
Hurricane season (June–November) brings occasional tropical systems. Orlando sits far enough inland to avoid direct storm surge but tropical downpours cause significant disruption. Winters are mild (10–22°C) with low humidity and minimal rain. January–March is the most flight-stable period.
DTW–MCO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DTW to MCO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Orlando International Airport (MCO) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, Frontier, Hawaiian Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 133 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DTW to MCO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DTW to MCO ranges from 1 hours 55 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 959 miles (1,544 km). There are approximately 133 weekly flights outbound and 138 return, totaling 271 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
120 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MGY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Windsor (YQG), Toledo (TOL) and Lansing (LAN).