Minneapolis to Orlando (MSP–MCO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MSP–MCO is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 1,311 miles in approximately 3h 2m. Beyond nonstop, 166 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, LA, VS | 42 | 321, 753 | 3h02-3h18 | SkyTeam | AF, LA, VS | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 33 | 738, 739, 73J | 3h09-3h11 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 5 | 32Q | 3h21 | – | – | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
MSP: CDT · MCO: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 7:00 PM in Orlando.
Metro Blue Line light rail runs from downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse District/Hennepin station) to T1-Lindbergh in 25–28 minutes ($2.50). The line also connects the Mall of America (Bloomington) in 13 minutes to the same station. T2-Humphrey (primarily Sun Country and charter flights) requires a free shuttle from T1 or a direct Blue Line stop at the Terminal 2-Humphrey station.Taxis and ride-hails from downtown Minneapolis cost $25–40 and take 15–30 minutes. The airport is conveniently close to both downtowns; St. Paul is 10–15 minutes by car.
Brightline trains depart from Terminal C to Fort Lauderdale (3h, from $30) and Miami (3.5h, from $30); this is the only intercity rail option from the airport. For Walt Disney World or International Drive, ride-hails cost $25–40 and take 20–30 minutes. Mears Connect shuttle buses serve the major resort areas (from $16 per person).Taxis are metered and available at Ground Transportation. Rental car agencies are in the Terminal B intermodal center; accessible by Automated People Mover from both Terminal A and Terminal C. All five theme park areas offer resort shuttle services but these require pre-booking.
Subtropical climate, warm to hot year-round. Summer (June–September) is the most disruptive season: daily afternoon thunderstorms arrive with near-clockwork timing and frequently cause ground stops at MCO, often delaying 3–4pm banks of departures. Heat and humidity can top 35°C with heat index over 40°C. Lightning density in central Florida is among the highest in the United States.
Hurricane season (June–November) brings occasional tropical systems. Orlando sits far enough inland to avoid direct storm surge but tropical downpours cause significant disruption. Winters are mild (10–22°C) with low humidity and minimal rain. January–March is the most flight-stable period.
MSP–MCO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MSP to MCO
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and Orlando International Airport (MCO) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, Frontier, Sun Country Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 124 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MSP to MCO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MSP to MCO ranges from 3 hours 2 minutes to 3 hours 21 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,311 miles (2,110 km). There are approximately 124 weekly flights outbound and 134 return, totaling 258 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
166 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via PWK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.