Chicago/Waukegan to Orlando (UGN–MCO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago/Waukegan to Orlando
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,034 mi 2h 4m nonstop +1h ahead 5 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between UGN and MCO, connecting options are available through 5 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for UGN to MCO.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~6h
Longest
BHM ~4h 28m MDW ~4h 37m ATL ~5h 5m IAD ~5h 20m MKC ~6h 10m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
UGN → MCO
75%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
75%
Return
MCO → UGN
59%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
59%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MCO delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Orlando from Chicago/Waukegan

Nearby airports with service to Orlando International Airport.
Metric UGN→MCO ORD→MCO MKE→MCO
Distance from UGN – 31 mi 36 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 13 3
Weekly flights 1 430 67
Flight time 2h 4m 1h 59m 2h 22m
Chicago (ORD) to Orlando flights · Milwaukee (MKE) to Orlando flights · Chicago (MDW) to Orlando flights
Airports within 200 miles of UGN with service to Orlando International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Orlando is 1 hour ahead of Chicago/Waukegan.
UGN: CDT · MCO: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/Waukegan, it's 7:00 PM in Orlando.
Distance & Flight Time
1,034 mi / 1,664 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 4m.
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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

UGN–MCO Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago/Waukegan to Orlando route.
Route details
Distance1,034 mi / 1,664 km
Flight time2h 4m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections5 hubs
Origin: UGN
Full nameWaukegan National Airport
IATA / ICAOUGN / KUGN
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation727 ft / 222 m
Destination: MCO
Full nameOrlando International Airport
IATA / ICAOMCO / KMCO
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr55.7M
Elevation96 ft / 29 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about UGN to MCO flights.
Nonstop flights from Waukegan National Airport to Orlando International Airport take approximately 2h 4m. The route covers 1,034 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from UGN to MCO.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BHM, MDW, ATL, IAD and MKC. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Orlando is 1 hour ahead of Chicago/Waukegan.
Nearby alternatives include ORD, MKE and MDW. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 UGN to MCO

Waukegan National Airport (UGN) and Orlando International Airport (MCO) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

UGN to MCO Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from UGN to MCO ranges from 2 hours 4 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,034 miles (1,664 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BHM. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD), Milwaukee (MKE) and Chicago (MDW).