Travelling from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Orlando International Airport (MCO): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Orlando International Airport.
Columbus and Orlando share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Flights from CMH to MCO start at 05:00 — the earliest with Spirit Airlines. The last departure is at 21:45 with Southwest Airlines. In total, there are 26 weekly John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Orlando International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your CMH to MCO flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Orlando International Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Orlando (and then other parts of United States) is a cinch. You can fly nonstop with:
Frontier Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With a reliable 87.72% of services arriving as planned, Spirit Airlines has the best on-time performance for CMH to MCO flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Orlando International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between CMH and MCO include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charleston International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
R 1,177 is currently the best price for a one-way John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Orlando International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 1,638. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from CMH to MCO by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Orlando International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from CMH to MCO.
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Handy information about John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
When it comes to John Glenn Columbus International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.5% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Columbus to John Glenn Columbus International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Orlando International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to CMH:
Arriving at Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Orlando International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MCO instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an Orlando International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Orlando's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Orlando International Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
From Orlando International Airport, Orlando is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The quietest month for a flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Orlando International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Orlando based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Orlando is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Orlando International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CMH to MCO sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
Orlando has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 209 kilometres north of Orlando, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in United States, consider Miami, about 338 kilometres south of Orlando. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are key highlights.
