Orlando to Columbus (MCO–CMH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MCO–CMH is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, Frontier and Spirit Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 804 miles in approximately 1h 57m. Beyond nonstop, 84 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 69 | 737, 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 1h57-2h25 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 7 | A21N | 2h30 | – | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 7 | 320 | 2h20 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 1 | E75S | 2h20 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Columbus from Orlando
| Metric | MCO→CMH | MLB→CMH | TPA→CMH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MCO | – | 47 mi | 81 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 84 | – | 30 |
| Flight time | 1h 57m | 2h 2m | 2h 15m |
| Departure OTP | 83% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MCO: EDT · CMH: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 6:00 PM in Columbus.
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–CMH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MCO to CMH
Orlando International Airport (MCO) and John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 84 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MCO to CMH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCO to CMH ranges from 1 hours 57 minutes to 2 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 804 miles (1,295 km). There are approximately 84 weekly flights outbound and 94 return, totaling 178 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
84 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MLB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Melbourne (MLB), Tampa (TPA) and Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ).