Fort Lauderdale to Orlando (FLL–MCO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
FLL–MCO is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Contour Aviation lead the route. The flight covers 178 miles in approximately 0h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 165 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 26 | 73H, 7M8, 7S7 | 0h50-1h10 | – | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 15 | 320, A20N | 1h04-1h07 | – | – | |
| LF Contour Aviation | 1 | – | – | – | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 1 | – | 0h30 | Star Alliance | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Orlando from Fort Lauderdale
| Metric | FLL→MCO | OPF→MCO | MIA→MCO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FLL | – | 14 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 3 | 11 |
| Weekly flights | 42 | 2 | 219 |
| Flight time | 0h 30m | 0h 31m | 1h 2m |
| Departure OTP | 23% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
FLL: EDT · MCO: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale, it's 6:00 PM in Orlando.
Broward County Transit Route 1 runs from downtown Fort Lauderdale to the airport (30–40 min, $2), but it is slow with many stops. The airport has no direct rail link; Brightline's FLL station is 1.5 miles away with a shuttle connection.Ride-shares cost $15–25 from Fort Lauderdale and $35–55 from Miami Beach. Taxis are metered. I-595 and I-95 access can be congested during Miami rush hour (7–9am and 4–7pm).
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.
FLL–MCO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FLL to MCO
Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Orlando International Airport (MCO) are connected by nonstop service from Contour Aviation, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
FLL to MCO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FLL to MCO ranges from 0 hours 30 minutes to 1 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 178 miles (286 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 56 return, totaling 98 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
165 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via OPF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Miami (OPF), Miami (MIA) and West Palm Beach (PBI).