Orlando International Airport

Orlando Airport (MCO) is the largest and closest airport to Orlando. It’s the third largest airport in North America with hundreds of flights every day. There are three terminals split between two buildings. Terminals A and B share a building which is connected to the Terminal C building via the Terminal Link Train. Popular airlines at Orlando Airport include British Airways, Delta, United, Emirates, JetBlue, and more.

If you’re flying or collecting a loved one from Orlando Airport, check our live departure and arrival boards below for the latest updates.

Orlando Airport Services

Accessibility for Travellers with Disabilities

Accessibility for Travellers with Disabilities

If you require special assistance, Orlando Airport offers a wide range of services to make your transit comfortable, including:

  • Curbside check-in
  • Adult changing tables
  • Reserved parking spaces
  • Waiting area for those with reduced mobility
  • Free mobility devices
  • Service animal relief areas
  • Lifts
  • Accompaniment provided to the transportation areas

Orlando Airport also participates in the Hidden Disability Sunflower Lanyard program. Therefore, if you have a hidden disability (e.g. audio impairment, learning disabilities, autism, etc.) you can choose to wear a sunflower lanyard to subtly signal to airport staff that you may need extra support.

You can see all of the available services on the assistance service map.

To book assistance, contact your airline at least 48 hours before your flight.

Baggage Services

Baggage Services

Orlando Airport Lounges

Orlando Airport Lounges

Free WIFI

Free WIFI

Orlando Airport Parking

There are seven main car parks available at Orlando Airport offering a wide range of parking options at different rates. You can park in parking garages A, B, and C, and the Terminal Top parking garage for free for the first 20 minutes. Free parking is only permitted for the first 10 minutes in the Surface parking lots.

Short-term parking

Park in any of the car parks for short-term parking.

First 10-20 minutes are free. After that, prices start at $4 (€3.70) per hour.

Ideal for pick-up, drop-off, and stays of up to 24 hours.

Long-term parking

Long-term parking is available in any of the car parks at Orlando Airport.

Prices start at $24 (€22) for 24 hours.

Best to guarantee parking by booking online.

Drop off & Pick up

Park in the North or South Cell Phone Parking Lots for free for pickup and drop-off.

You cannot leave your vehicle unattended. If you have a long wait, you may prefer to park in the other short-term car parks.

Valet parking

Access valet parking from the terminal departure curbs.

Prices start at $4 (€3.70) for the first 20 minutes, then $1 for every additional 20 minutes.

Live Arrivals

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Live Departures

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Terminal Information

Orlando Airport is a large airport split into three terminals. Terminals A and B are in the same building, whereas Terminal C is in a separate building. The buildings are connected via the SunLink terminal train. All terminals are fully equipped with the the facilities you need for your journey, including seating, bathrooms, baby changing facilities, charging points and WiFi. They also have a selection of restaurants, shops and banking services which we’ll break down below.

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Terminal A

Terminal A

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Terminal B

Terminal B

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Terminal C

Terminal C

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Transportation options from and to Orlando Airport

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By Bus

By Bus

Hop on the Lynx bus no. 11 to arrive in the city center in 40 minutes.

*Departure every 30 minutes

By Taxi

By Taxi

Get a Orlando Airport taxi from the taxi stands outside Terminals A & B.

Or, for a more personalised ride, you can book a private airport taxi with Welcome Pickups.

By Car

By Car

Drive to Orlando city center in 20 minutes.

Car rental kiosks are available in the Arrival Halls of each terminal.

*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination​ and traffic.

More connections from Orlando Airport

Buses

The main bus to Orlando city center is run by The Lynx bus. The 11 bus will get you to downtown Orlando in 40 minutes. 

If you want to travel to other major destinations like Tampa, Miami, and Daytona Beach, several bus services are available. These out-of-town shuttles run from the ground transportation level (Level 1) of Terminal A (spaces A14-A15), Terminal B (spaces B14-B15) and Terminal C (spaces C276). 

Here’s a quick guide to the bus services available: 

  • Flagler & Volusia County – servicing Daytona Beach, Deland, Deltona, Flagler Beach, Ormond Beach, Palm Coast
  • Brevard County & The Beaches – servicing Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach, Kennedy Space Center, Melbourne, Miami, Palm Bay, Patrick AFB, Port Canaveral, Titusville, Vero Beach, West Palm Beach
  • Highlands & Polk County – Avon Park, Clearwater, Haines City, Lake Wales, Lakeland. Sarasota, Sebring, St. Petersburg, Tampa, Winter Haven
  • Alachua, Lake & Marion County – Belleview, Clermont, Eustis, Fruitland Park, Gainesville, Lady Lake, Mount Dora, Ocala, Silver Springs, Tavares, Umatilla, The Villages

Resorts like Universal Studios and Disney World run their shuttle buses from Terminal C, Level 1.

For the latest updates, consult the ground transportation page on the Orlando Airport website.

Taxis and private transfers

Orlando Airport – Nearby Hotels

Looking for good hotels near Orlando Airport? Here is a list of options at different price points.
Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport

Hyatt Regency Orlando Airport

Located inside the terminal building.
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Holiday Inn Orlando-International Airport

Holiday Inn Orlando Airport

5 minute taxi ride from the airport.
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Sheraton Suites Orlando Airport Hotel

Sheraton Suites Orlando Airport Hotel

6 minute taxi ride from the airport.
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Marriott Orlando Airport Lakeside

Marriott Orlando Airport Lakeside

6 minute taxi ride from the airport.
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Hampton Inn & Suites Orlando Airport @ Gateway Village

Hampton Inn & Suites Orlando Airport

7 minute taxi ride from the airport.
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando Airport

Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando Airport

7 minute taxi ride from the airport.
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Practical Information

Opening Hours

Orlando Airport: 24/7

Shops: Most shops are open from 09:00 to 21:00.

Food and Drink: Most coffee shops and restaurants are open from 05:00 to 00:00 or until the last departing flight.

Recommended Arrival Times

International Flights: 3 hours 

Domestic Flights: 2 hours

Airport Codes

Orlando Airport code: MCO

IACO code: KMCO

Contact Information

General information: +1 (407) 825 2001

Airport email: Online form

Lost property: Orlando Airport Lost Property

Orlando Airport Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the main airport in Orlando?

The main airport in Orlando, Orlando International Airport (MCO), is located 12 miles (20 km) from Orlando city center. The journey shouldn’t take longer than 20 minutes by airport taxi.

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Olivia De Santos

Olivia De Santos is a seasoned travel writer and adventurer with bylines in Lonely Planet and A Way Abroad. With over ten years of professional writing experience and a degree in Linguistics, she blends cultural insight and personal storytelling to help travelers see the world in a new light.