Orlando to St Louis (MCO–STL) — 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–STL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 882 miles in approximately 2h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 86 | 737, 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7 | 2h17-3h45 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 7 | A21N | 2h29 | – | Y4 |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach St Louis from Orlando
| Metric | MCO→STL | VRB→STL | TPA→STL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MCO | – | 76 mi | 81 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 93 | – | 48 |
| Flight time | 2h 35m | 2h 38m | 2h 20m |
| Departure OTP | 73% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MCO: EDT · STL: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 5:00 PM in St Louis.
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–STL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MCO to STL
Orlando International Airport (MCO) and St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines and Frontier. With 93 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MCO to STL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCO to STL is about 2 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 882 miles (1,420 km). There are approximately 93 weekly flights outbound and 95 return, totaling 188 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Nashville, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and Southwest Florida. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Vero Beach (VRB), Tampa (TPA) and Pinellas Park (PIE).