Orlando Airport Terminals (MCO)

The airport has three main terminals: A, B, and C.

Terminals A and B are located on opposite sides of the same building (North Terminal). You can cross from one side to the other on level 3. Elevators and escalators help minimize walking distances (approximately 3 minutes).

The APM (Automated People Mover) or Terminal Link is an automated train operating 24/7 from Terminal B to the train station. From there, you can walk to Terminal C, crossing Parking Garage C (about 400 meters).

There is also a free 24-hour shuttle bus that picks up and drops off passengers at space B16 in Terminal B and space C272 in Terminal C.

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Terminal A

Terminal A is located on the northern side of the North Terminal complex and has three levels:

Level 1

Ground transportation, including taxis, buses, car rentals, luggage wrapping, and baggage claim (8A), USO lounge, and lost and found office.

User Experience: Users highlight the accessibility of this level for baggage pickup and ground transportation, though some have reported occasional issues with taxis, including irregular fares and unprofessional drivers.

Level 2

Baggage carousels 1-14, rideshare pickup areas (Uber, Lyft, Wingz), and a service animal relief area.

User Experience: The baggage carousels are functional, but some travelers complain about long waiting times. The availability of service animal relief areas is positively rated by pet-owning passengers.

Level 3

This level is divided between check-in counters A1-A4 and boarding gates 1-129. Rideshare services (Uber, Lyft, Wingz) operate here from 9:00 PM to 2:00 AM.

You will also find various services, such as currency exchange, information counters, telephones, restrooms, bars and restaurants, nursing rooms, VIP lounges, and more.

Separate security checkpoints are available for the two different boarding gate sections (1-59 and 70-129). Parking areas are accessible via the A-side terminal.

User Experience: Passengers appreciate the variety of services on this level, although some mention that VIP lounges are often overcrowded, making access difficult during peak hours.

Terminal B

Terminal B is located on the southern side of the North Terminal complex and also has three levels:

Level 1

Ground transportation, including taxis, buses, resort shuttles, car rentals, luggage storage, and baggage claim (28B).

User Experience: Users appreciate the transportation options, though some mention that luggage storage services could improve in terms of availability and efficiency.

Level 2

Baggage carousels 20-33, rideshare pickup areas (Uber, Lyft, Wingz), service animal relief area, and nursing rooms.

User Experience: Some travelers note that signage for rideshare pickup areas is not always clear, but they value the cleanliness and accessibility of service areas.

Level 3

This level is divided between check-in counters B1-B4 and boarding gates 30-99. Rideshare services (Uber, Lyft, Wingz) operate here from 9:00 PM to 2:00 AM.

Various services are available here, including currency exchange, information counters, telephones, restrooms, bars and restaurants, VIP lounges, and more. Separate security checkpoints exist for different boarding gate sections. Parking is accessible through the B-side terminal.

User Experience: The cleanliness and comfort of the facilities are praised, although some passengers have mentioned difficulty finding free seats during peak hours.

Terminal C

Terminal C is located in the new South Terminal complex.

Phase 1 of Terminal C, inaugurated in September 2022, features 15 gates (230-245) with the capacity to accommodate up to 20 aircraft, depending on a mix of narrow-body, jumbo, and superjumbo aircraft, as well as 10-12 additional ones.

The Palm Court building offers a wide variety of shops, including duty-free stores, restaurants, and cafes. The South Travel Plaza area includes convenience stores and a selection of fast-food options.

Terminal C incorporates innovative technologies, such as RFID baggage tracking systems and high-definition interactive digital displays.

Designed as the world's first LEEDv4 airport campus, this terminal has four operational levels.

Level 1

Ground transportation, parking shuttles, nursing rooms, and lost and found office.

User Experience: Passengers praise the modern design, although some criticize the lack of ramps and escalators in certain areas, which can make mobility difficult for people with disabilities.

Level 2

Check-in counters, boarding gates, Palm Court, nursing rooms, service animal relief areas, shops, dining options, and information counters.

User Experience: The shopping and dining area is well-received, though some travelers feel that fast-food quality could be improved.

Level 4

Connection to Parking Garage C and ground transportation facilities, car rental agencies, and nursing rooms.

User Experience: The direct connection to the garage is valued, though some users have mentioned that parking signage is confusing.

Level 6

Baggage claim, customs, immigration, cafes, and rideshare services (Uber, Lyft, Wingz).

User Experience: The baggage claim process has been criticized for long waiting times, but customs and immigration areas have received positive feedback for efficiency.