Flying from London to Orlando International Airport (MCO): what you need to know
When organising your flight from London to Orlando International Airport (MCO), you'll have your pick of airports to take off from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
9 hours 46 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from London to Orlando International Airport.
The timezone in Orlando is UTC-4, which is 4 hours behind London. Orlando International Airport is located in Orlando.
The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Orlando International Airport (MCO), with 45 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to MCO is the 08:55 Virgin Atlantic service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 15:15 with Virgin Atlantic.
Your flight from London to MCO won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can jump on a direct flight from London to Orlando International Airport (MCO) departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Virgin Atlantic is a popular airline that operates direct flights from London to Orlando International Airport leaving from LHR.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from London to MCO departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Have an early flight from London to Orlando International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from London to Orlando International Airport (MCO)? Check out the fares jetting out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
When jetting off from LGW, you can pick from a range of airlines that offer direct flights from London to MCO. Soar above the clouds with any of these carriers:
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Orlando International Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from London Gatwick Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to MCO:
About Orlando International Airport (MCO)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Orlando International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near MCO:
Getting from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando
Orlando International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Orlando. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 22 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
For a one-way ticket from London to Orlando International Airport, 222 € is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from 305 €. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary based on availability.
Book 8 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from London to MCO.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from London to Orlando International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from London to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
July is the most popular month for flights from London to Orlando International Airport. To skip the crowds, head for Orlando in May when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from London to MCO, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Orlando, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from London to Orlando International Airport.
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