Orlando to Birmingham (MCO–BHM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MCO–BHM is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines and JetBlue lead the route. The flight covers 479 miles in approximately 0h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 50 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 40 | 737, 7M8, 7S7 | 0h40-1h50 | – | – | |
| B6 JetBlue | 1 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Birmingham from Orlando
| Metric | MCO→BHM | TPA→BHM | PIE→BHM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MCO | – | 81 mi | 91 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 40 | 17 | 1 |
| Flight time | 0h 40m | 1h 30m | – |
| Departure OTP | 65% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MCO: EDT · BHM: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 6:00 PM in Birmingham.
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–BHM Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MCO to BHM
Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) are connected by nonstop service from JetBlue and Southwest Airlines. With 40 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MCO to BHM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCO to BHM ranges from 0 hours 40 minutes to 1 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 479 miles (771 km). There are approximately 40 weekly flights outbound and 39 return, totaling 79 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
50 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via MQY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tampa (TPA) and Pinellas Park (PIE).