Orlando to New Orleans (MCO–MSY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MCO–MSY is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, Mexicana and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 551 miles in approximately 1h 49m. Beyond nonstop, 123 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 36 | 737, 738, 7S7, B38M | 1h49-3h04 | – | – | |
| MX Mexicana | 8 | BCS3, E90 | 2h11 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 6 | A20N | 1h49 | – | Y4 | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 3 | A20N | 1h50 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New Orleans from Orlando
| Metric | MCO→MSY | MLB→MSY | TPA→MSY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MCO | – | 47 mi | 81 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | 59 | 1 | 32 |
| Flight time | 1h 49m | 1h 39m | 1h 10m |
| Departure OTP | 50% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MCO: EDT · MSY: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 5:00 PM in New Orleans.
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).
MCO–MSY Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MCO to MSY
Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, Frontier, Mexicana, Spirit Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 59 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MCO to MSY Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCO to MSY ranges from 1 hours 49 minutes to 3 hours 4 minutes. The route covers a distance of 551 miles (886 km). There are approximately 59 weekly flights outbound and 67 return, totaling 126 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
123 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via APF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Melbourne (MLB), Tampa (TPA) and Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ).