Orlando to Columbus (MCO–OSU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Orlando to Columbus
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 811 mi 1h 50m nonstop 28 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MCO and OSU, connecting options are available through 28 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MCO to OSU.
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One-Stop Connections
28
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~12h
Longest
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Columbus from Orlando

Nearby airports with service to The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field.
Metric MCO→OSU TPA→OSU SRQ→OSU
Distance from MCO – 81 mi 104 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 1
Weekly flights 1 1 –
Flight time 1h 50m 2h 15m 2h
Departure OTP 100% – –
Tampa (TPA) to Columbus flights · Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ) to Columbus flights
Airports within 200 miles of MCO with service to The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 6:00 PM in Columbus.
Distance & Flight Time
811 mi / 1,305 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 50m.
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–OSU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Orlando to Columbus route.
Route details
Distance811 mi / 1,305 km
Flight time1h 50m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections28 hubs
Origin: MCO
Full nameOrlando International Airport
IATA / ICAOMCO / KMCO
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr55.7M
Elevation96 ft / 29 m
Destination: OSU
Full nameThe Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field
IATA / ICAOOSU / KOSU
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Elevation905 ft / 276 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MCO to OSU flights.
Nonstop flights from Orlando International Airport to The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field take approximately 1h 50m. The route covers 811 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MCO to OSU. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CHS, SAV, TYS, CLT, SRQ, TPA, PIT, RSW, IAD, PBI, ATL, IND, FLL, BNA, CVG, PWK, EWR, AUS, ROC, TUL, JFK, IAH, ORD, MSP, SLC, LAS, SNA and STL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from OSU to MCO are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include TPA and SRQ. 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 OSU

Orlando International Airport (MCO) and The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field (OSU) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MCO to OSU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MCO to OSU ranges from 1 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 811 miles (1,305 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

28 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CHS. Nearby alternative airports include Tampa (TPA) and Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ).