Orlando to Gainesville (MCO–GVL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Orlando to Gainesville
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 430 mi 1h 10m nonstop 13 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MCO and GVL, connecting options are available through 13 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MCO to GVL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
13
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~11h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 6:00 PM in Gainesville.
Distance & Flight Time
430 mi / 692 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 10m.
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–GVL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Orlando to Gainesville route.
Route details
Distance430 mi / 692 km
Flight time1h 10m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections13 hubs
Origin: MCO
Full nameOrlando International Airport
IATA / ICAOMCO / KMCO
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr55.7M
Elevation96 ft / 29 m
Destination: GVL
Full nameLee Gilmer Memorial Airport
IATA / ICAOGVL / KGVL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Elevation1,276 ft / 389 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MCO to GVL flights.
Nonstop flights from Orlando International Airport to Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport take approximately 1h 10m. The route covers 430 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MCO to GVL.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through JAX, SAV, CHS, FLL, MSY, MIA, SDF, AUS, DAL, CLE, DEN, LAS and LAX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from GVL to MCO are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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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 GVL

Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport (GVL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MCO to GVL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MCO to GVL ranges from 1 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 430 miles (692 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via JAX.