Seattle to Orlando (SEA–MCO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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SEA–MCO is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 2,551 miles in approximately 5h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 72 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS Alaska Airlines | 28 | 39M, 7M9, B39M | 5h27-6h09 | Oneworld | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 14 | 32Q | 5h20-6h29 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
SEA: MDT · MCO: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Seattle, it's 8:00 PM in Orlando.
Link Light Rail runs from downtown Seattle (Westlake station) to the airport in 38 minutes ($3.50 peak). Trains run every 6–12 minutes during peak hours from 5am to 1am. Ride-shares run $30–50 from downtown; SR-99 and I-5 can be heavily congested southbound during afternoon rush (3–7pm).
Sound Transit 574 express bus serves Tacoma ($2.50–4). Sounder commuter rail connects Tacoma to the airport area via a shuttle.
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.
SEA–MCO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SEA to MCO
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Orlando International Airport (MCO) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SEA to MCO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SEA to MCO ranges from 5 hours 20 minutes to 6 hours 29 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,551 miles (4,105 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 36 return, totaling 78 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
72 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via EGE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.