Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to London Heathrow Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is four hours ahead of Orlando.
You can choose from 16 weekly Orlando International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. The 17:00 departure with Virgin Atlantic is the earliest available. Virgin Atlantic operates the latest service of the day at 20:25.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MCO to LHR flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Flying into London (and then exploring more of United Kingdom!) is a snap with Virgin Atlantic. This popular airline has direct flights from Orlando International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Virgin Atlantic.
With 66.0% of services landing on schedule, Virgin Atlantic is the most punctual carrier offering MCO to LHR flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Orlando International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between MCO and LHR:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Orlando International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is 171 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 434 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MCO to LHR.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO's address is One Airport Boulevard.
78.28% of flights that leave from Orlando International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Orlando to Orlando International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking an early flight from Orlando International Airport to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MCO:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're landing on a late Orlando International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
Hit the road running by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion to explore London and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to the centre of London has a drive time of about 55 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Orlando International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Orlando International Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you want to visit London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MCO to LHR sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.