Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Fort Lauderdale's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Orlando.
Every week, there are 25 Orlando International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MCO to FLL flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Orlando International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport, so jetting to Fort Lauderdale (and then seeing more parts of the United States!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
JetBlue is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Spirit Airlines is a leader in on-time performance for MCO to FLL flights, with 87.1% of services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Orlando International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MCO and FLL:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Nassau International Airport
Key West International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
R 812 is the best price for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 1,623. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MCO to FLL if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MCO to FLL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Orlando International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Of all flights leaving Orlando International Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Orlando International Airport from central Orlando, it takes about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near MCO:
Arriving at Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
If you're arriving on a late Orlando International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near FLL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Fort Lauderdale International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and experience more of Fort Lauderdale and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Fort Lauderdale International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
April is the most popular month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Fort Lauderdale in March.
Book your flight from Orlando International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Fort Lauderdale during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCO to FLL in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Fort Lauderdale is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres north of Fort Lauderdale, a visit to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
If you're looking to explore another corner of the United States, head for Miami, roughly 40 kilometres south of Fort Lauderdale. Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami are the start of reasons to visit.
