Dulles to Orlando (IAD–MCO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IAD–MCO is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Frontier and JetBlue lead the route. The flight covers 759 miles in approximately 2h 24m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AD, AV, AZ, CM, ET, OS, SN | 35 | 739, 7M9, B39M | 2h11-2h26 | Star Alliance | AD, AV, AZ, CM, ET, OS, SN | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 14 | 32Q, A20N | 2h28-2h33 | – | Y4 | |
| B6 JetBlue | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Orlando from Dulles
| Metric | IAD→MCO | DCA→MCO | BWI→MCO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAD | – | 23 mi | 45 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 8 | 11 |
| Weekly flights | 145 | 170 | 197 |
| Flight time | 2h 24m | 2h 19m | 1h 44m |
| Departure OTP | 70% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAD: EDT · MCO: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dulles, it's 6:00 PM in Orlando.
WMATA Silver Line Metro now reaches Dulles directly; take Silver Line to Washington Dulles Airport station (about 65 min from Metro Center, ~$7). The connection opened in late 2022.Ride-shares from downtown DC run $35–60 and take 35–50 minutes via I-66 (longer during peak hours). Washington Flyer coach to Wiehle-Reston East Metro costs $6. The airport is 27 miles from downtown; taxis are expensive ($60–80).
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.
IAD–MCO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAD to MCO
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Orlando International Airport (MCO) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines, Frontier, JetBlue, Delta Air Lines and Sun Country Airlines. With 145 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAD to MCO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAD to MCO is about 2 hours 24 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 759 miles (1,222 km). There are approximately 145 weekly flights outbound and 156 return, totaling 301 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Raleigh-Durham, Charlotte Douglas and Norfolk. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Washington (DCA), Baltimore (BWI) and Hagerstown (HGR).