Travelling from Chicago to Orlando International Airport (MCO): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at one of Chicago's main airports, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore the options for booking a flight from Chicago to Orlando International Airport (MCO) jetting off from either of these bases.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 45 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Chicago to Orlando International Airport flight.
The timezone in Orlando is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Chicago. Orlando International Airport is located in Orlando.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the most popular route. There are 111 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Spirit Airlines at 9:08pm. Go for the first ORD to MCO departure with United Airlines at 5am if you'd rather get a move on.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to MCO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
July is a busy month for travelling. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Orlando International Airport (MCO) leave from this terminal.
Numerous airlines at ORD offer direct flights from Chicago to Orlando International Airport. The most well-known include:
United is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from ORD to MCO.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is United.
ORD is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Orlando International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
70% of flights taking off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Prefer to leave from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)? Direct Chicago to Orlando International Airport (MCO) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
From MDW, direct flights from Chicago to MCO are available with Southwest Airlines.
On the MDW to MCO route, Southwest Airlines is the preferred choice of many.
Among the carriers operating flights between Chicago Midway International Airport and Orlando International Airport, Frontier Airlines has the best track record for timeliness.
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to MCO flight:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure shows how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey time to RFD from central Chicago is around 2 hours by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Orlando International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rating of RFD is 71%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Orlando International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near MCO and fast-forward to bedtime:
To get the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Chicago to Orlando International Airport flight.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Getting from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando
Central Orlando is around 19 kilometres from Orlando International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
At the moment, R 454 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Orlando International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 972. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to MCO, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Orlando. March is when most people book flights from Chicago to Orlando International Airport (MCO), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
When booking your Chicago to MCO plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Orlando, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Orlando International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Orlando
After booking your flight from Chicago to Orlando International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Orlando:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Orlando when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Hogwarts followed by Universal's Islands of Adventure and Jurassic world.
Explore more of the United States
Orlando has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 209 kilometres north of Orlando, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Around 121 kilometres southwest of Orlando, Tampa is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.