Travelling from Orlando to Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ): What you need to know
Albert J Ellis Airport is located in Jacksonville. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Orlando.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Orlando to OAJ. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a peak month like March, make your way to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving and spring break.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO is around 19 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Orlando International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Orlando to Albert J Ellis Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
77% of flights that depart Orlando International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
With public transport, you can travel from central Orlando to SFB in about 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Orlando Sanford International Airport the day before your Orlando to OAJ flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69%.
About Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ)
OAJ is located at 264 State Road 1265.
Getting from Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ) to central Jacksonville
Central Jacksonville is around 18 kilometres from Albert J Ellis Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ)
145 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Albert J Ellis Airport. Return flights start at 307 €. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Orlando to OAJ. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Orlando to Albert J Ellis Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Orlando to Albert J Ellis Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Orlando to Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ)
September is when most people book flights from Orlando to Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ). Visit Jacksonville in January for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Jacksonville is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Orlando to OAJ plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Orlando to Albert J Ellis Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Jacksonville
Once you've booked your flight from Orlando to Albert J Ellis Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Jacksonville:
Your Jacksonville trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that should be on your list include Montford Point Marine Memorial, Montford Point Marine Museum and Culture Clicks Museum.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Jacksonville, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey around 274 kilometres northeast to Virginia Beach to check off its top sights. From Virginia Beach Boardwalk to Resort Beach and Neptune's Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in the United States, head for Raleigh, about 137 kilometres northwest of Jacksonville. North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park are among its highlights.
