Orlando to Bloomington/Normal (MCO–BMI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Orlando to Bloomington/Normal
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 938 mi 2h 34m nonstop -1h behind 9 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MCO and BMI, connecting options are available through 9 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MCO to BMI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
9
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~17h
Longest
PIE ~4h 27m DAL ~5h 1m MSN ~5h 7m MSP ~6h 14m AZA ~8h 45m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
435
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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 → BMI
20%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
20%
Return
BMI → MCO
86%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
86%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MCO delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Bloomington/Normal from Orlando

Nearby airports with service to Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal.
Metric MCO→BMI SFB→BMI PIE→BMI
Distance from MCO – 24 mi 91 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 1
Weekly flights 1 6 8
Flight time 2h 34m 2h 37m 2h 29m
Departure OTP 20% – –
Orlando (SFB) to Bloomington/Normal flights · Pinellas Park (PIE) to Bloomington/Normal flights
Airports within 200 miles of MCO with service to Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Bloomington/Normal is 1 hour behind Orlando.
MCO: EDT · BMI: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 5:00 PM in Bloomington/Normal.
Distance & Flight Time
938 mi / 1,509 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 34m.
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–BMI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Orlando to Bloomington/Normal route.
Route details
Distance938 mi / 1,509 km
Flight time2h 34m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections9 hubs
Origin: MCO
Full nameOrlando International Airport
IATA / ICAOMCO / KMCO
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr55.7M
Elevation96 ft / 29 m
Destination: BMI
Full nameCentral Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal
IATA / ICAOBMI / KBMI
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.3M
Elevation871 ft / 265 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MCO to BMI flights.
Nonstop flights from Orlando International Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal take approximately 2h 34m. The route covers 938 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MCO to BMI.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PIE, DAL, MSN, MSP, AZA, ELP, ORD, ATL and DFW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Bloomington/Normal is 1 hour behind Orlando.
Nearby alternatives include SFB and PIE. 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 BMI

Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal (BMI) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MCO to BMI Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MCO to BMI ranges from 2 hours 34 minutes. The route covers a distance of 938 miles (1,509 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

9 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via PIE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Orlando (SFB) and Pinellas Park (PIE).