Orlando to Fort Lauderdale (MCO–FLL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MCO–FLL is served by 9 airlines with nonstop service. Spirit Airlines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 178 miles in approximately 0h 39m. Beyond nonstop, 216 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NK Spirit Airlines | 18 | 320, 32B | 1h05-1h09 | – | – | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 13 | 73H, B38M | 1h01-1h10 | – | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 1 | – | – | Star Alliance | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – | |
| AC Air Canada | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – | |
| B6 JetBlue | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| G4 Allegiant Air | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Fort Lauderdale from Orlando
| Metric | MCO→FLL | SFB→FLL | DAB→FLL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MCO | – | 24 mi | 54 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 9 | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 32 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 0h 39m | 0h 52m | 0h 44m |
| Departure OTP | 28% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MCO: EDT · FLL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 6:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale.
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).
Shared shuttle vans to Miami Beach hotels run $20–30 per person. Ride-shares to Fort Lauderdale downtown cost $15–25; to Miami Beach, expect $35–55.Brightline high-speed rail from FLL station (1.5 miles, free airport shuttle) reaches Miami in 30 minutes ($10–17) and West Palm Beach in 40 minutes. Car rental facilities are in the Rental Car Center accessed via shuttle from the terminals. Taxis are metered.
Tropical climate with year-round warmth (20–32°C). Dry season (November–April) is peak tourism with clear skies and low humidity. Wet season (May–October) brings daily afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane risk. Flights are most disruption-prone June through September.
Temperatures rarely drop below 12°C in winter. Humidity is high in summer. Tropical storms can cause multi-day disruptions when they make landfall nearby. August through October carries the highest storm risk.
MCO–FLL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MCO to FLL
Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Air Canada, JetBlue, Delta Air Lines, Allegiant Air, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 32 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MCO to FLL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCO to FLL ranges from 0 hours 39 minutes to 1 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 178 miles (286 km). There are approximately 32 weekly flights outbound and 18 return, totaling 50 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
216 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via MRK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Orlando (SFB), Daytona Beach (DAB) and Vero Beach (VRB).