Travelling from Glasgow to Orlando International Airport (MCO): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Glasgow. Explore your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when reserving your flight from Glasgow to Orlando International Airport (MCO).
The timezone in Orlando is UTC-4, which is four hours behind Glasgow. Orlando International Airport is located in Orlando.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Glasgow to MCO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Glasgow to MCO leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
GLA is about 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to Orlando International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights leaving Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% arrive on time at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 55 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to MCO flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.7%.
About Orlando International Airport (MCO)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Orlando International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near MCO:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Orlando International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and find adventure across Orlando and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Glasgow to Orlando International Airport flight.
The street address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
R 3,817 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Orlando International Airport. Return flights start at R 7,070. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Glasgow to MCO, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Glasgow to Orlando International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Glasgow to MCO.
Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Glasgow to Orlando International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Glasgow to Orlando International Airport (MCO). July is the most popular month to visit Orlando. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in May.
When booking your Glasgow to MCO plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Orlando, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Glasgow to Orlando International Airport in January when temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Orlando
After booking your flight from Glasgow 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:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Hogwarts Express are essential stops on your Orlando itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Orlando. Around 209 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include St. John's Cathedral, San Marco Historic District and Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Orlando, Tampa is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Super Bowl, Busch Gardens Tampa and The Florida Aquarium.
