Travelling from Belfast to Orlando International Airport (MCO): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Belfast to Orlando International Airport (MCO). Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are the main airports in Belfast.
Orlando International Airport is located in Orlando. The city operates on the UTC-4 timezone and is four hours behind Belfast.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Belfast to MCO.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Belfast to MCO with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between BFS and MCO include:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours.
Catching an early flight from Belfast to Orlando International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near Belfast International Airport:
When it comes to Belfast International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.55% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Belfast to Orlando International Airport, browse these options when setting off from George Best Belfast City Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
BHD is about 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Belfast to MCO flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to George Best Belfast City Airport:
68.3% of all departures from George Best Belfast City Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Orlando International Airport (MCO)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Belfast to Orlando International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MCO:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Orlando International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Orlando's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Belfast to Orlando International Airport flight.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
R 5,088 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Orlando International Airport. A return flight starts at R 7,475. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Belfast to MCO, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Affordable Belfast to Orlando International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
Save time searching for cheap plane tickets from Belfast to MCO by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Uncover a great deal on a flight from Belfast to Orlando International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Belfast to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. May is the quietest month to go to Orlando. July is when most people book flights from Belfast to Orlando International Airport (MCO), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Belfast to MCO plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Orlando, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Belfast to Orlando International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Orlando
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Orlando right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Belfast to Orlando International Airport:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Orlando when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Hogwarts followed by Universal's Islands of Adventure and Hogwarts Express.
Explore more of the United States
Orlando has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 209 kilometres north of Orlando, a visit to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like St. John's Cathedral, San Marco Historic District and Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville.
Tampa is another standout destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Orlando. No journey is complete without seeing Super Bowl, Busch Gardens Tampa and The Florida Aquarium.
