Orlando to Oranjestad (MCO–AUA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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1,319 mi airlines 8/wk
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WN1443
WN Southwest
737
12:28 PM
EDT TA
3:21 PM
AST
2h 53m
M T W T F S S
Prices
WN1802
WN Southwest
B38M
1:26 PM
EDT TA
4:22 PM
AST
2h 56m
M T W T F S S
Prices
WN1803
WN Southwest
737
1:25 PM
AST
4:50 PM
EDT
3h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices
WN1641
WN Southwest
B38M
3:56 PM
AST
7:13 PM
EDT
3h 17m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Orlando to Oranjestad
1 carrier, 8 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 8 Flights/wk 1,319 mi 2h 53m nonstop 33 1-stop hubs

MCO–AUA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,319 miles in approximately 2h 53m. Beyond nonstop, 33 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MCO–AUA service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
WN Southwest Airlines 8 737, B38M 2h53-2h56 88%
Aircraft on this route
737 Boeing 737-700 – WN
B38MWN
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: WN (8 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MCO to AUA direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
2
flights
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
8
Outbound / wk
8
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MCO to AUA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
33
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,593
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MCO → AUA
88%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
88%
Return
AUA → MCO
67%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
67%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MCO delays →

Other ways to reach Oranjestad from Orlando

Nearby airports with service to Queen Beatrix International Airport.
Metric MCO→AUA TPA→AUA
Distance from MCO 81 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1
Weekly flights 8
Flight time 2h 53m 3h 1m
Departure OTP 88%
Airports within 200 miles of MCO with service to Queen Beatrix International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Oranjestad is 0 hours the same as Orlando.
MCO: EDT · AUA: AST

When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 6:00 PM in Oranjestad.
Distance & Flight Time
1,319 mi / 2,123 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 53m to 2h 56m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter Aruba visa-free for stays up to 30 days. No visa is needed, but all travelers must complete the online Embarkation/Disembarkation (ED) Card before arrival at edcardaruba.aw. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A return or onward ticket is required. The initial 30-day stay can be extended up to 180 days at the local immigration office.

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).

MCO–AUA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Orlando to Oranjestad route.
Route details
Distance1,319 mi / 2,123 km
Flight time2h 53m to 2h 56m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights8 out / 8 return
1-stop connections33 hubs
Origin: MCO
IATA / ICAOMCO / KMCO
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr55.7M
Elevation96 ft / 29 m
Destination: AUA
IATA / ICAOAUA / TNCA
TimezoneAmerica/Aruba
Passengers/yr3.2M
Elevation60 ft / 18 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MCO to AUA flights.
Nonstop flights from Orlando International Airport to Queen Beatrix International Airport take approximately 2h 53m to 2h 56m. The route covers 1,319 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Southwest Airlines.
There are approximately 8 nonstop flights per week from MCO to AUA. The return direction has about 8 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TPA, PBI, SJU, STT, BQN, BDA, PIT, IND, HPN, BNA, SDQ, FLL, MIA, IAH, LGA, AMS, PTY, ATL, BWI, PHL, CLT, BOS, JFK, DFW, IAD, ORD, EWR, GRU, BOG, MSP, LIM, YYZ and MDE. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from AUA to MCO are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include TPA. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 AUA

Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

MCO to AUA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MCO to AUA ranges from 2 hours 53 minutes to 2 hours 56 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,319 miles (2,123 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

33 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via TPA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tampa (TPA).