Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Castries: what you need to know
Orlando International Airport is located in Orlando. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Castries is one hour ahead of Orlando.
For a relaxed start to your MCO to Castries flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a popular month such as March? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from MCO to Castries. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
MCO is around 14 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Looking for a hotel near MCO? If you're catching an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Castries, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights complete their journey on time.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Castries
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Castries flight is 145 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 387 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from MCO to Castries. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Orlando International Airport to Castries ticket.
There's no need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from MCO to Castries.
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Airports in Castries
St Lucia Hewnorra International Airport (UVF)
St Lucia Hewnorra International Airport (UVF) to central Castries takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 72 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes around 2 hours.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Orlando International Airport to Castries. Stay at one of these accommodation options near UVF instead:
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from St Lucia Hewnorra International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from MCO to Castries.
Castries George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
The centre of Castries is about 3 kilometres from Castries George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU). After your flight from Orlando International Airport to Castries has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 10 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your MCO to Castries flight, kick back at a hotel near SLU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from SLU one week in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Castries
September is the quietest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Castries, while February is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Castries based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before booking a Orlando International Airport to Castries plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. September is the warmest month in Castries, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MCO to Castries in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
More about Castries
Once you've booked your flight from Orlando International Airport to Castries, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Castries:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Malabar Beach, Vigie Beach and Morne Fortune are major attractions which should feature on every Castries itinerary.