Orlando to Denver (MCO–APA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Orlando to Denver
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2 Flights/wk 1,546 mi 3h 27m nonstop -2h behind 39 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MCO and APA, connecting options are available through 39 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MCO to APA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
39
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
AUS ~5h 11m PIE ~5h 18m TPA ~5h 42m SAV ~5h 43m ASE ~5h 54m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
599
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MCO → APA
53%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
53%
Return
APA → MCO
85%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
85%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MCO delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Denver from Orlando

Nearby airports with service to Centennial Airport.
Metric MCO→APA TPA→APA PIE→APA
Distance from MCO – 81 mi 91 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2 1
Weekly flights 2 – 1
Flight time 3h 27m 3h 47m 3h 24m
Departure OTP 53% – –
Tampa (TPA) to Denver flights · Pinellas Park (PIE) to Denver flights · Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ) to Denver flights
Airports within 200 miles of MCO with service to Centennial Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Denver is 2 hours behind Orlando.
MCO: EDT · APA: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 4:00 PM in Denver.
Distance & Flight Time
1,546 mi / 2,487 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 27m to 3h 29m.
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).

Facts

MCO–APA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Orlando to Denver route.
Route details
Distance1,546 mi / 2,487 km
Flight time3h 27m to 3h 29m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights2 out / 1 return
1-stop connections39 hubs
Origin: MCO
Full nameOrlando International Airport
IATA / ICAOMCO / KMCO
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr55.7M
Elevation96 ft / 29 m
Destination: APA
Full nameCentennial Airport
IATA / ICAOAPA / KAPA
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Elevation5,885 ft / 1,794 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MCO to APA flights.
Nonstop flights from Orlando International Airport to Centennial Airport take approximately 3h 27m to 3h 29m. The route covers 1,546 miles.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from MCO to APA. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through AUS, PIE, TPA, SAV, ASE, SAT, IAH, HOU, PBI, FLL, CMH, SRQ, DSM, MDW, TUL, MSY, MSP, BNA, MKE, MIA, DCA, SLC, YHM, YOW, SNA, PHX, IAD, ABQ, YYZ, VNY, YYC, BOS, OAK, LAX, SFO, SEA, YVR, LAS and DAL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Denver is 2 hours behind Orlando.
Yes, return flights from APA to MCO are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include TPA, PIE and 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 APA

Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Centennial Airport (APA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MCO to APA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MCO to APA ranges from 3 hours 27 minutes to 3 hours 29 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,546 miles (2,487 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 3 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

39 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via AUS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tampa (TPA), Pinellas Park (PIE) and Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ).