Travelling from Reykjavik to Orlando International Airport (MCO): What you need to know
Reykjavik's main base, Keflavik Airport (KEF), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Reykjavik to Orlando International Airport (MCO).
The average time for a direct Reykjavik to Orlando International Airport flight is 8 hours 15 minutes.
Orlando International Airport is located in Orlando. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is five hours behind Reykjavik.
The most popular route is from Keflavik Airport (KEF) to Orlando International Airport (MCO). Take your pick of 5 direct services every week. Icelandair operates a 4:45pm departure between KEF and MCO.
To ensure you get on your flight from Reykjavik to MCO, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
You can jump on a direct flight from Reykjavik to Orlando International Airport (MCO) departing from Keflavik Airport (KEF).
When leaving from KEF, you can take a direct flight from Reykjavik to Orlando International Airport with Icelandair.
Flugfélag Íslands is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from KEF to MCO.
With an impressive 91.23% of services arriving as planned, Flugfélag Íslands is the best-performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Reykjavik to MCO. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Keflavik Airport (KEF). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik, KEF can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Reykjavik to Orlando International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to Keflavik Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Keflavik Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
RKV is around 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. It'll take you 10 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 20 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Reykjavik Airport the day before your Reykjavik to MCO flight:
Reykjavik Airport has a track record for punctuality. 81% of flights departing here land when expected.
About Orlando International Airport (MCO)
If you have a late flight from Reykjavik to Orlando International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near MCO:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Reykjavik to Orlando International Airport flight.
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
Getting from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando
Central Orlando is around 19 kilometres from Orlando International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
R 6,414 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Orlando International Airport. A return flight starts from R 11,642. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Reykjavik to MCO if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Reykjavik to Orlando International Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Orlando. March is when most people book flights from Reykjavik to Orlando International Airport (MCO), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a Reykjavik to MCO plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Orlando to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Orlando International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Orlando
Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Orlando International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Orlando:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Jurassic world are must-visits when exploring Orlando.
Explore more of the United States
Orlando will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 209 kilometres north of Orlando, a visit to Jacksonville will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Tampa is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometres southwest of Orlando. No trip is complete without dropping by Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.
