Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Charlotte's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Orlando.
Flights from MCO to CLT start at 05:00 — the first with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 20:07 with American Airlines. In total, you can choose from 90 weekly Orlando International Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MCO to CLT flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Orlando International Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Charlotte (and then other parts of the United States) is easy. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is American Airlines.
With an impressive 81.68% of services landing on schedule, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for MCO to CLT flights.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Orlando International Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MCO and CLT:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Greenville-Spartanburg Airport
Myrtle Beach International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
Currently, R 642 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,607. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from MCO to CLT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MCO to CLT by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Orlando International Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Orlando International Airport from central Orlando, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near MCO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
If you're landing on a late Orlando International Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near CLT:
Hit the road running by picking up a Charlotte Douglas Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Easirent or Budget to explore Charlotte and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Charlotte Douglas Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to central Charlotte
CLT is located at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
From Charlotte Douglas Airport, Charlotte is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
The quietest month for a flight from Orlando International Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Charlotte based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Charlotte is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Orlando International Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCO to CLT in January. Temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 370 kilometres south-west of Charlotte, a trip to Atlanta will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre.
Virginia Beach is another essential stop in the United States and is around 467 kilometres north-east of Charlotte. No trip is complete without seeing Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park.
