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Orlando International Airport · MCO
Orlando Airport Guide: what to know before you fly
Official airport information checked every cycle, plus what recent passenger reviews say about lines, parking, food and getting around.
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Updated October 2026
- Terminals
- A · B · C
- Passengers 2025
- 57.7 M
- Airlines
- 35+
- Destinations
- 170+
- To downtown
- 10 km
From recent reviews
Before you go: 4 things that catch travelers out
Security lines
The most reported bottleneck, with waits of an hour or more at peak times.
Tip: book a free MCO Reserve time slot or use TSA PreCheck / CLEAR.
Security guideFull garages
Garages A, B and C fill up almost every day at peak times.
Tip: plan on the economy lots (USD 14/day) plus shuttle time, or reserve in Garage C (USD 32/day).
Parking ratesSlow baggage
Waits of 45 minutes or more are common in all three terminals.
Tip: travel carry-on only if you can, and agree your pickup point in advance.
Arrivals guideTerminal C distances
Long walks from the gates, plus a train ride to reach A and B.
Tip: add 20–30 minutes if your trip involves Terminal C.
Terminals guideQuick questions
How early should I get to MCO?
The airport asks you to be at security 2 hours before departure. Travelers add margin at peak times, because of parking and security lines. Departures guide
How do I get to Disney from the airport?
Metered taxi (about USD 52–68 to the Disney resorts), Uber/Lyft, the Mears Connect shuttle (USD 16 per adult each way) or a rental car. Compare options
Which terminal is better?
Terminal C (opened 2022) is the most modern and best rated. A and B are older and get more complaints. See terminals
International to domestic connection?
You collect your bag, clear customs, re-check it and go through TSA security again. Leave plenty of margin. Connections guide
Can I use a lounge without membership?
Yes: The Club MCO and Plaza Premium Lounge sell entry at the door when there is space. Priority Pass and some credit cards also give access. See lounges
Where can I eat after midnight?
Before security in the North Terminal: McDonald's, Dunkin' and McCoy's To-Go are open 24 hours. Food by gate
Airport guides
Getting to and from MCO
- Taxis & ride-hailingPickup points by terminal, fares to Disney
- Car rental10 companies on site, how to skip the counter
- ParkingFrom USD 14/day, valet USD 35/day
- Buses & trainsLYNX from USD 2, SunRail, Brightline
- Hotel shuttlesMears Connect to Disney from USD 16 per trip
- Private transfersFixed price per vehicle, from USD 53
Inside the airport
- Terminals A, B & CLevels, train and free bus between terminals
- Security & TSA PreCheckNewCheckpoints, hours, MCO Reserve
- Immigration & connectionsNewCustoms, Global Entry, layover calculator
- Restaurants & cafésBy gate, with 24-hour options
- Shops & duty freeDisney, Universal and two duty-free stores
- VIP lounges7 lounges, prices at the door
- ServicesWi-Fi, luggage storage, nursing rooms
- Hotel & layoversHyatt Regency inside the terminal
Flights: last calls for boarding
Information provided by third parties and subject to change without notice.
How this guide is made
Airport data is checked against official sources (flymco.com, TSA, CBP and each operator's website). Passenger experience comes from recent Google Maps, Reddit, Yelp and TripAdvisor reviews, summarized by topic. Orlandomco.com is an independent guide, not the airport's official site.
Official airport: flymco.com · Customer service: +1 407 825 3177
