Marion to Orlando (MWA–MCO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 2 hubs
ORD Chicago 5h 21m LF AAACAD Chicago (ORD) to Orlando flights
DCA Washington ~5h 35m SY AAB6BA Washington (DCA) to Orlando flights
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Marion to Orlando
Flown by charter / private operators — no scheduled airline service.
783 mi 2h 35m nonstop +1h ahead

MWA–MCO has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for MWA to MCO.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
2
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~5h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
119
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MWA → MCO
75%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
75%
Return
MCO → MWA
41%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
41%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MCO delays →

Other ways to reach Orlando from Marion

Nearby airports with service to Orlando International Airport.
Metric MWA→MCO CGI→MCO EVV→MCO
Distance from MWA 47 mi 83 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1
Weekly flights 2
Flight time 2h 35m 1h 42m 2h 9m
Airports within 200 miles of MWA with service to Orlando International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Orlando is 1 hour ahead of Marion.
MWA: CDT · MCO: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Marion, it's 7:00 PM in Orlando.
Distance & Flight Time
783 mi / 1,260 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 35m gate to gate.
Getting from MCO

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.

Orlando Climate

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.

MWA–MCO Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Marion to Orlando route.
Route details
Distance783 mi / 1,260 km
Flight time2h 35m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)Charter / private
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: MWA
IATA / ICAOMWA / KMWA
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation472 ft / 144 m
Destination: MCO
IATA / ICAOMCO / KMCO
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr55.7M
Elevation96 ft / 29 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MWA to MCO flights.
Nonstop flights from Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois to Orlando International Airport take about 2h 35m gate to gate. The route covers 783 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Chicago O'Hare.
Orlando is 1 hour ahead of Marion.
Nearby alternatives include CGI, EVV and STL. 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 MWA to MCO

Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) and Orlando International Airport (MCO) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MWA to MCO Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MWA to MCO is about 2 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 783 miles (1,260 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chicago O'Hare. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cape Girardeau (CGI), Evansville (EVV) and St Louis (STL).