Flying from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Orlando International Airport (MCO): what you need to know
Orlando's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Orlando one hour behind Rio De Janeiro.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your SDU to MCO flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
At the moment, R 4,515 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Santos Dumont Airport to Orlando International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 8,505. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from SDU to MCO, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Of all flights departing from Santos Dumont Airport, 78.67% land on time at their destination.
Santos Dumont Airport is around 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 15 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near SDU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Santos Dumont Airport to Orlando International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Orlando International Airport (MCO)
If you're arriving on a late Santos Dumont Airport to Orlando International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MCO:
Go where the road takes you with an Orlando International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and chase adventure across Orlando and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Orlando International Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Orlando. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The quietest month for a flight from Santos Dumont Airport to Orlando International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Orlando based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Santos Dumont Airport to Orlando International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Orlando, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SDU to MCO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
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