Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Orlando International Airport (MCO): what you need to know
Around 9 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Orlando International Airport.
The timezone in Orlando is UTC-4, which is four hours behind London.
Each week, there are 17 London Heathrow Airport to Orlando International Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, go for the 08:55 Virgin Atlantic flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 15:15 with Virgin Atlantic.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your LHR to MCO flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Virgin Atlantic is your gateway to discovering Orlando (and maybe even some other exciting corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Orlando International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Virgin Atlantic.
Virgin Atlantic is the most punctual carrier offering LHR to MCO flights, with 78.43% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Orlando International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LHR and MCO include:
Manchester Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
At the moment, R 5,964 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Orlando International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 5,906. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LHR to MCO.
May is the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Orlando International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from LHR to MCO by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Orlando International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Orlando International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to LHR:
Arriving at Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Heathrow Airport to Orlando International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MCO instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Orlando International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Orlando's main sights.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Orlando International Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Orlando. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Orlando International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Orlando. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Orlando International Airport for July if you want to go to Orlando during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to MCO in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Orlando. Around 209 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Around 338 kilometres south of Orlando, Miami is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.