Travelling from Orlando to Norfolk International Airport (ORF): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at Orlando's main airport, Orlando International Airport (MCO). Explore the options for booking a flight from Orlando to Norfolk International Airport (ORF) departing from this terminal.
2 hours is the average duration of a direct Orlando to Norfolk International Airport flight.
Norfolk (where Norfolk International Airport is located) and Orlando share the UTC-5 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Norfolk International Airport (ORF) is the most popular route. You can pick from 11 direct weekly services between MCO and ORF.
To ensure you catch your flight from Orlando to ORF, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more travellers during busy months like March, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You can find a direct flight from Orlando to Norfolk International Airport (ORF) out of Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Orlando to Norfolk International Airport departing from MCO. Book your seat with one of these:
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Southwest Airlines between MCO and ORF.
With a dependable 93.33% of services landing on schedule, Frontier Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route.
The journey from central Orlando to MCO takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Orlando International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Orlando to Norfolk International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Orlando International Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
You can get to SFB from the centre of Orlando in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Orlando to ORF flight, stay in one of these hotels near Orlando Sanford International Airport:
69% of flights taking off from Orlando Sanford International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Norfolk International Airport (ORF)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Orlando to Norfolk International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near ORF:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Orlando to Norfolk International Airport flight.
The street address for ORF is 2200 Norview Ave..
Getting from Norfolk International Airport (ORF) to central Norfolk
Central Norfolk is around 13 kilometres from Norfolk International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Norfolk International Airport (ORF)
R 882 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Norfolk International Airport. A return flight starts at R 1,763. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Orlando to ORF if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Affordable Orlando to Norfolk International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Orlando to Norfolk International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Orlando to Norfolk International Airport (ORF)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Norfolk. July is when most people book flights from Orlando to Norfolk International Airport (ORF), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Norfolk is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Orlando to ORF plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Orlando to Norfolk International Airport in January when temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Norfolk
Start your Norfolk trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Orlando to Norfolk International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Martin Luther King Jr Memorial, The Chrysler Museum Glass Studio and Chrysler Museum of Art are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Norfolk itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Norfolk is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 274 kilometres north of Norfolk, a trip to Baltimore will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
Washington DC is another standout destination in the United States and is around 241 kilometres north of Norfolk. No trip is complete without visiting Lincoln Memorial, The White House and Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
