San Francisco to Orlando (SFO–MCO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SFO–MCO is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Alaska Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,442 miles in approximately 5h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 149 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AD, CM, EK, VA | 34 | 7M9, B39M | 5h25-5h36 | Star Alliance | AD, CM, EK, VA | |
| AS Alaska Airlines Also: FJ, HA, QF | 7 | 7M8 | 5h22 | Oneworld | FJ, HA, QF |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Orlando from San Francisco
| Metric | SFO→MCO | OAK→MCO | SJC→MCO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SFO | – | 11 mi | 30 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 130 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 5h 15m | 4h 17m | 4h 13m |
| Departure OTP | 92% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
SFO: PDT · MCO: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in San Francisco, it's 9:00 PM in Orlando.
BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) runs from downtown San Francisco (Embarcadero, Powell St.) to the SFO station and then a free AirTrain shuttle to all terminals (30–40 min from Embarcadero, $10.45). BART also connects Oakland and Berkeley; useful for East Bay travelers. Trains run from ~4am to midnight.Taxis from downtown San Francisco cost $40–60. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) pick up in the designated area in the garage and are often $30–50 depending on surge pricing. SamTrans buses serve Peninsula cities. Highway 101 and I-280 are heavily congested during commute hours; BART is faster than driving at those times.
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.
SFO–MCO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SFO to MCO
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Orlando International Airport (MCO) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. With 130 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SFO to MCO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SFO to MCO ranges from 5 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 37 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,442 miles (3,929 km). There are approximately 130 weekly flights outbound and 180 return, totaling 310 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
149 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via NEW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Oakland (OAK), San Jose (SJC) and Sacramento (SMF).