Phoenix to Orlando (PHX–MCO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PHX–MCO is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 1,845 miles in approximately 3h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 147 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, G3 | 34 | 321, 32Q | 4h01-4h27 | Oneworld | AS, G3 | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 16 | 73H, 7M8, B38M | 3h39-4h | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 7 | A21N | 4h09 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PHX: MST · MCO: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Phoenix, it's 9:00 PM in Orlando.
Valley Metro Rail runs to the PHX Sky Train station at 44th Street/Washington (free Sky Train connects to T3 and T4 in 5 minutes). Fare from downtown Phoenix is $2 (20–25 min). The light rail network reaches Tempe, Mesa, and Glendale. The Sky Train runs 24 hours, but light rail does not; check schedules for early morning or late night travel.Taxis from downtown Phoenix cost $20–30; from Scottsdale $30–45. Ride-shares are widely available and comparable to taxis. Terminal 2 is closed; all commercial flights operate from T3 and T4. On-site parking is expensive ($36+/day); off-airport lots are cheaper with shuttles.
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.
PHX–MCO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHX to MCO
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Orlando International Airport (MCO) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Frontier and Southwest Airlines. With 64 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PHX to MCO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHX to MCO ranges from 3 hours 55 minutes to 4 hours 27 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,845 miles (2,969 km). There are approximately 64 weekly flights outbound and 59 return, totaling 123 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
147 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via PIB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.