Orlando International Airport (MCO)

Orlando, US 🇺🇸 Large International Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

KMCO

IATA

MCO

Elevation

96 ft

Region

US-FL

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: KMCO

Local Code: MCO

Location: 28.429399° N, -81.308998° E

Continent: NA

Type: Large International Airport

Keywords: Disney World Epcot Center

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Orlando International Airport (MCO) presents a mixed bag for recent travelers, with overall sentiment ranging from highly satisfied in newly renovated areas to frustrated with overcrowding and older facilities. While some praise MCO for its efficiency and modern amenities, others highlight significant challenges, particularly concerning wait times and staff interactions.

What Travelers Love

Renovated and Modern Facilities: The largely renovated and rebuilt Terminal C and the new international arrivals area are consistently praised for being clean, well-organized, and aesthetically pleasing.
Expedited Security and Customs: Travelers utilizing Global Entry can breeze through immigration in approximately 60 seconds, often encountering courteous officers. Similarly, CLEAR/Pre-Check significantly reduces security wait times to as little as 3 minutes. The Mobile Passport Control (MPC) app also offers a faster customs experience.
Clear Signage (in newer areas): Signage, especially in Terminal C and for trains, rideshare, and hotel shuttles, is reported as granularly specified and easy to follow.
Variety of Amenities and Shopping: MCO has been recognized for its recreation options, interactive art, and concessions, with Terminal C specifically noted for its "Best Overall Concessions Program." It also ranks highly for airport shopping and is considered one of the best airports for a layover.
Efficient Off-site Parking: Services like Park 'N Go are highly rated for prompt shuttle service, friendly staff, and competitive pricing, often being quicker and half the price of on-airport options.

Common Complaints

Overcrowding and Understaffing: Many travelers report the airport as overcrowded and understaffed, leading to long lines for various services, especially during peak travel times.
Long Customs and Immigration Lines (without expedited services): For international arrivals without Global Entry or MPC, wait times at customs and immigration can extend to two hours or more, with some describing the experience as a "disaster."
Aging Facilities and Limited Seating in Older Terminals: Terminals A and B and the shuttle tram facilities are showing their age, with complaints about hard wooden benches, armrest-style seating, difficulty finding charging outlets, and freezing cold atriums.
Baggage Handling Issues: MCO has been ranked as having the most luggage-handling complaints among major U.S. airports over a 10-year period (2013-2023). There are also reports of significant waits for baggage retrieval.
Rude Staff and TSA Experiences: Some travelers have reported unpleasant interactions with TSA personnel and airport staff, describing them as rude or unhelpful.
Confusing Layout and Parking Problems: The airport's large size and layout can be confusing, with "gates" not being located directly at "terminals." Issues with reserved parking QR codes not working and difficulties with shuttle transportation between parking and terminals have also been noted.

Overall, Orlando International Airport offers a vastly improved experience in its newer Terminal C and for those utilizing expedited security and customs programs. However, the sheer volume of travelers often strains resources, leading to significant wait times and frustrations in older terminals, particularly for international arrivals and baggage claim. Travelers are strongly advised to leverage available technology like TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, or the Mobile Passport Control (MPC) app, and to arrive well in advance, especially during peak seasons, to mitigate potential delays.

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Popular Flight Routes

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Top Airlines

Operating at Orlando International Airport

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network

Airline	Routes	Flights	Destinations	Last Activity
Southwest `SWA` / `WN`	58	743	58	Dec 11, 2025
JetBlue `JBU` / `B6`	35	676	35	Dec 11, 2025
Frontier `FFT` / `F9`	43	473	43	Dec 10, 2025
American Airlines `AAL` / `AA`	9	462	9	Dec 11, 2025
Delta Air Lines `DAL` / `DL`	19	450	19	Dec 11, 2025
Spirit `NKS` / `NK`	40	419	40	Dec 11, 2025
United `UAL` / `UA`	9	196	9	Dec 10, 2025
Breeze Airways `MXY` / `MX`	21	103	21	Dec 9, 2025
Azul Brazilian Airlines `AZU` / `AD`	2	51	2	Dec 11, 2025

Showing top 9 airlines by flight activity. Data includes observed departures and route networks from this airport.

For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`17L/35R`	9000 ft	150 ft	ASP	Active Lighted
`17R/35L`	10000 ft	150 ft	CON	Active Lighted
`18L/36R`	12005 ft	200 ft	PEM	Active Lighted
`18R/36L`	12004 ft	200 ft	CON	Active Lighted

Type	Description	Frequency
A/D	APP/DEP	`119.4 MHz`
ATIS	ATIS	`121.25 MHz`
CLD	CLNC DEL	`134.7 MHz`
GND	GND	`121.8 MHz`
OPS	AR OPS	`41.5 MHz`
RDO	ST PETERSBURG RDO	`122.1 MHz`
RDO	ST PETERSBURG RDO	`122.2 MHz`
TWR	TWR	`118.45 MHz`
UNIC	UNICOM	`122.95 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025

Taxis

Taxis are available on Level 1 (Ground Transportation) on both the A-Side and B-Side of the Main Terminal. Fares are determined by the meter. Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft pick up passengers from the Arrivals Curb on Level 2.

Rental Cars

On-airport rental car companies are conveniently located on Level 1 (Ground Transportation) of the Main Terminal. Major brands include Alamo, Avis, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Sixt. Many off-airport rental agencies are also available via complimentary shuttle bus services.

Public Transportation

Public transit options include Lynx buses and the Brightline train. The local Lynx bus service connects the airport to Downtown Orlando and other popular areas from Level 1, A-Side. The Brightline high-speed train, located in Terminal C, provides direct service to South Florida (Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach). A Lynx bus connection is required to reach the local SunRail commuter train station.

Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.