Syracuse to Orlando (SYR–MCO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SYR–MCO is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. JetBlue, Frontier and Azul lead the route. The flight covers 1,055 miles in approximately 3h 1m. Beyond nonstop, 38 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue | 14 | 320 | 3h03 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 8 | 321, 32N | 3h09-3h12 | – | – | |
| AD Azul | 7 | 320 | 3h01 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Orlando from Syracuse
| Metric | SYR→MCO | ROC→MCO | OGS→MCO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SYR | – | 79 mi | 113 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 29 | 15 | 2 |
| Flight time | 3h 1m | 2h 41m | 3h 37m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
SYR: EDT · MCO: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Syracuse, it's 6:00 PM in Orlando.
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.
SYR–MCO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SYR to MCO
Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR) and Orlando International Airport (MCO) are connected by nonstop service from Azul, JetBlue and Frontier. With 29 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SYR to MCO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SYR to MCO ranges from 3 hours 1 minutes to 3 hours 12 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,055 miles (1,698 km). There are approximately 29 weekly flights outbound and 26 return, totaling 55 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
38 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via HHH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Rochester (ROC), Ogdensburg (OGS) and Albany (ALB).