Orlando to Washington (MCO–DCA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MCO–DCA is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and JetBlue lead the route. The flight covers 761 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, BA, G3 | 54 | 319, 320, 738 | 2h18-3h46 | Oneworld | AS, BA, G3 | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 33 | 737, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 2h10-2h45 | – | – | |
| B6 JetBlue | 21 | 223, 320, BCS3 | 2h01-2h19 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 14 | 319 | 1h59-2h12 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Washington from Orlando
| Metric | MCO→DCA | LAL→DCA | DAB→DCA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MCO | – | 53 mi | 54 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 145 | – | – |
| Flight time | 2h 20m | 2h 22m | 2h 16m |
| Departure OTP | 35% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MCO: EDT · DCA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 6:00 PM in Washington.
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).
The Metro station is inside Terminal B/C with covered walkway access; Terminal A requires a short outdoor walk or shuttle. Yellow and Blue line trains run to downtown DC in 15–25 minutes for $2.25–$3.85.
Taxis and Uber/Lyft operate from designated pick-up zones outside each terminal; fares to downtown run $15–30. DCA serves the National Mall area and is well-positioned for the U.S. Capitol, Pentagon, and downtown offices. International arrivals clear customs at DCA only for pre-cleared flights; most international traffic uses IAD (Dulles). Rental cars are in a consolidated facility accessible by shuttle.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers (June–August) are hot and very humid at 29–34°C with frequent afternoon thunderstorms causing ground stops and airspace flow programs. The summer storm season is the primary operational disruption risk at DCA. Spring and autumn are transitional with variable conditions and occasional severe thunderstorm outbreaks.
Winters (December–February) bring cold temperatures (−2 to 7°C) with occasional snowstorms that disproportionately affect the DC area due to limited snow-removal infrastructure. Even moderate snowfall (5–10 cm) can shut regional airports for hours. Pack layers for winter; the region's storm response is notoriously inconsistent.
MCO–DCA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MCO to DCA
Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, JetBlue and Delta Air Lines. With 145 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MCO to DCA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCO to DCA is about 2 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 761 miles (1,224 km). There are approximately 145 weekly flights outbound and 175 return, totaling 320 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Raleigh-Durham, Charlotte Douglas and McGhee Tyson. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Lakeland (LAL), Daytona Beach (DAB) and Tampa (TPA).