Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Orlando International Airport (MCO): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Orlando International Airport.
Washington DC and Orlando are in the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Take your pick of 39 weekly Washington Dulles International Airport to Orlando International Airport flights. The 08:15 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight available. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:35.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your IAD to MCO flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
United Airlines is your gateway to discovering Orlando (and perhaps some other great corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Orlando International Airport offered by this airline.
United Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
United Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for IAD to MCO flights, with 80.41% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Orlando International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between IAD and MCO include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Norfolk International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
At the moment, 25 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Orlando International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 46 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book nine months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IAD to MCO.
The cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Orlando International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from IAD to MCO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Orlando International Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of the departures from Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% arrive on time at their destination.
Washington Dulles International Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 3 hours 25 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Orlando International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to IAD:
Arriving at Orlando International Airport (MCO)
If you're arriving on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Orlando International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near MCO:
Explore without limits with an Orlando International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and find adventure across Orlando and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Orlando International Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Orlando. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Orlando International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Orlando. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Orlando is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Orlando International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from IAD to MCO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Orlando is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 209 kilometres north of Orlando, a visit to Jacksonville will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Around 338 kilometres south of Orlando, Miami is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.