Orlando to Sarasota/Bradenton (MCO–SRQ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MCO–SRQ is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, United Airlines and JetBlue lead the route. The flight covers 104 miles in approximately 0h 58m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 18 | 737, 7M8, 7S7 | 0h55-1h10 | – | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 1 | – | – | Star Alliance | – | |
| B6 JetBlue | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Sarasota/Bradenton from Orlando
| Metric | MCO→SRQ | SFB→SRQ | LAL→SRQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MCO | – | 24 mi | 53 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 18 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 0h 58m | 0h 31m | 0h 21m |
| Departure OTP | 39% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MCO: EDT · SRQ: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 6:00 PM in Sarasota/Bradenton.
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–SRQ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MCO to SRQ
Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, JetBlue and Sun Country Airlines. With 18 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MCO to SRQ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCO to SRQ is about 0 hours 58 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 104 miles (168 km). There are approximately 18 weekly flights outbound and 20 return, totaling 38 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Miami, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and Charlotte Douglas. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Orlando (SFB), Lakeland (LAL) and Daytona Beach (DAB).