Orlando to Thomson (MCO–HQU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Orlando to Thomson
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
360 mi 1h 16m nonstop 1 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MCO and HQU, connecting options are available through 1 hub.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MCO to HQU.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
1
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~8h
Longest
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Thomson from Orlando

Nearby airports with service to Thomson-McDuffie County Airport.
Metric MCO→HQU PIE→HQU
Distance from MCO – 91 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 –
Flight time 1h 16m –
Departure OTP 100% –
Pinellas Park (PIE) to Thomson flights
Airports within 200 miles of MCO with service to Thomson-McDuffie County Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 6:00 PM in Thomson.
Distance & Flight Time
360 mi / 579 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 16m.
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–HQU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Orlando to Thomson route.
Route details
Distance360 mi / 579 km
Flight time1h 16m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections1 hubs
Origin: MCO
Full nameOrlando International Airport
IATA / ICAOMCO / KMCO
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr55.7M
Elevation96 ft / 29 m
Destination: HQU
Full nameThomson-McDuffie County Airport
IATA / ICAOHQU / KHQU
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Elevation501 ft / 153 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MCO to HQU flights.
Nonstop flights from Orlando International Airport to Thomson-McDuffie County Airport take approximately 1h 16m. The route covers 360 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MSP. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include PIE. 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 HQU

Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Thomson-McDuffie County Airport (HQU) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MCO to HQU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MCO to HQU ranges from 1 hours 16 minutes. The route covers a distance of 360 miles (579 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via MSP. Nearby alternative airports include Pinellas Park (PIE).