Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
Orlando and Washington DC share the UTC-4 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Take your pick of 137 weekly Orlando International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flights. The 05:30 departure with Frontier Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Spirit Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:59.
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 MCO to BWI flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Orlando International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, so jetting off to Washington DC (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to fly with Frontier Airlines on this route.
With a reliable 93.91% of services arriving on schedule, Frontier Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating MCO to BWI flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Orlando International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between MCO and BWI include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
At the moment, R 560 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,401. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MCO to BWI.
The cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MCO to BWI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
78.28% of flights that take off from Orlando International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Orlando International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MCO:
Arriving at Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
If you have a late Orlando International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near BWI:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Washington DC and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to central Washington DC
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
The quietest month for a flight from Orlando International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Washington DC based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Orlando International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MCO to BWI sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Philadelphia is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without a visit to Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.