Orlando to Fort Lauderdale (MCO–FXE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Orlando to Fort Lauderdale
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
169 mi 0h 56m nonstop 38 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MCO and FXE, connecting options are available through 38 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MCO to FXE.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
38
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
MLB ~2h 18m BCT ~2h 54m PBI ~2h 59m RSW ~2h 59m NAS ~4h 5m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
158
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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 → FXE
20%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
20%
Return
FXE → 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 Fort Lauderdale from Orlando

Nearby airports with service to Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport.
Metric MCO→FXE MLB→FXE
Distance from MCO – 47 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2
Weekly flights 0 1
Flight time 0h 56m 0h 29m
Departure OTP 20% –
Melbourne (MLB) to Fort Lauderdale flights
Airports within 200 miles of MCO with service to Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Fort Lauderdale is 0 hours the same as Orlando.
MCO: EDT · FXE: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 6:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale.
Distance & Flight Time
169 mi / 272 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 56m.
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–FXE Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Orlando to Fort Lauderdale route.
Route details
Distance169 mi / 272 km
Flight time0h 56m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections38 hubs
Origin: MCO
Full nameOrlando International Airport
IATA / ICAOMCO / KMCO
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr55.7M
Elevation96 ft / 29 m
Destination: FXE
Full nameFort Lauderdale Executive Airport
IATA / ICAOFXE / KFXE
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MCO to FXE flights.
Nonstop flights from Orlando International Airport to Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport take approximately 0h 56m. The route covers 169 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MLB, BCT, PBI, RSW, NAS, CAE, PLS, GCM, ATL, CLT, BNA, AUS, DAL, SDF, CMH, IAD, PHL, BWI, GRR, PIT, BUF, PUJ, TEB, SJU, PVD, YYZ, ROC, STL, BDL, OMA, BOS, YUL, EWR, SLC, LAS, SJC, LAX and HPN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from FXE to MCO are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MLB. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 FXE

Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MCO to FXE Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MCO to FXE ranges from 0 hours 56 minutes. The route covers a distance of 169 miles (272 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

38 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via MLB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Melbourne (MLB).