Orlando to Rochester (MCO–RST) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Orlando to Rochester
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,236 mi 3h 21m nonstop -1h behind 18 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MCO and RST, connecting options are available through 18 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MCO to RST.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
18
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~17h
Longest
PIE ~4h 51m TPA ~4h 55m MDW ~5h 17m FSD ~5h 18m FCM ~5h 40m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
226
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 → RST
44%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
44%
Return
RST → MCO
53%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
53%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MCO delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Rochester from Orlando

Nearby airports with service to Rochester International Airport.
Metric MCO→RST TPA→RST PIE→RST
Distance from MCO – 81 mi 91 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 1
Weekly flights 1 1 1
Flight time 3h 21m 3h 2h 57m
Departure OTP 44% – –
Tampa (TPA) to Rochester flights · Pinellas Park (PIE) to Rochester flights
Airports within 200 miles of MCO with service to Rochester International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Rochester is 1 hour behind Orlando.
MCO: EDT · RST: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 5:00 PM in Rochester.
Distance & Flight Time
1,236 mi / 1,989 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 21m.
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–RST Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Orlando to Rochester route.
Route details
Distance1,236 mi / 1,989 km
Flight time3h 21m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections18 hubs
Origin: MCO
Full nameOrlando International Airport
IATA / ICAOMCO / KMCO
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr55.7M
Elevation96 ft / 29 m
Destination: RST
Full nameRochester International Airport
IATA / ICAORST / KRST
TimezoneAmerica/Menominee
Passengers/yr0.2M
Elevation1,317 ft / 401 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MCO to RST flights.
Nonstop flights from Orlando International Airport to Rochester International Airport take approximately 3h 21m. The route covers 1,236 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MCO to RST.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PIE, TPA, MDW, FSD, FCM, RIC, IAD, PBI, BHM, FLL, YYZ, STL, HOU, PWA, SNA, KEF, MSP and ORD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Rochester is 1 hour behind Orlando.
Nearby alternatives include TPA and PIE. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 RST

Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Rochester International Airport (RST) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MCO to RST Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MCO to RST ranges from 3 hours 21 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,236 miles (1,989 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

18 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via PIE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tampa (TPA) and Pinellas Park (PIE).