Flying from Orlando to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY): What you need to know
Your travel plans take shape at one of Orlando's main airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO) or Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). Check out your options for booking a flight from Orlando to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY) taking off from either of these bases.
James M. Cox Dayton International Airport is located in Dayton. The city's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Orlando.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Orlando to DAY. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
To get to MCO from central Orlando, it takes about 20 minutes to drive the 32 kilometres or so.
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When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.28% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Consider starting your journey from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). You can book a direct Orlando to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY) plane ticket from this popular hub.
From SFB, direct flights from Orlando to DAY can be booked with Allegiant Air.
Allegiant Air is the go-to airline for bookings on the SFB to DAY route.
The carrier with the best on-time performance is Allegiant Air. Its Orlando Sanford International Airport to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport flights arrive as scheduled 73.33% of the time.
SFB is around 48 kilometres from central Orlando. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Orlando to DAY flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Orlando Sanford International Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.11%.
About James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY)
Once your flight from Orlando to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport has touched down, relax at a hotel close by. Motel 6-Dayton, OH - Englewood is a comfortable option that's not too far from DAY.
Get your adventure underway by picking up a James M. Cox Dayton International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Alamo or Avis and explore beyond Dayton's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Orlando to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport flight.
You'll find DAY at Terminal Building.
Getting from James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY) to central Dayton
Central Dayton is about 16 kilometres from James M. Cox Dayton International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport is 36 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 73 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Orlando to DAY if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Orlando to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY). September is when most people visit Dayton. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Dayton is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Orlando to DAY plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Orlando to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport in January when temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Dayton
Start your Dayton trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Orlando to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Wright Brothers National Museum, John W Berry Sr Wright Brothers National Museum and The Wright Cycle Company Complex are major attractions which should be on every Dayton itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Dayton has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 105 kilometres east of Dayton, a trip to Columbus will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Easton Town Centre.
Indianapolis is another standout destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres west of Dayton. No trip is complete without visiting 9-11 Memorial, Lucas Oil Stadium and Eiteljorg Museum.