Washington to Orlando flights
Direct and connecting flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Washington to Orlando take?
Flight time from Washington (DCA) to Orlando (MCO) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Washington to Orlando?
Airline availability for DCA to MCO changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Washington to Orlando?
Direct (nonstop) availability on DCA to MCO varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Southwest Airlines5-yr attributed events: 40Last 90 days: none recorded
- American Airlines5-yr attributed events: 26Last 90 days: none recorded
- JetBlue Airways5-yr attributed events: 13Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| American Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| JetBlue Airways | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning DCA → MCO
DCA to MCO is a short-haul route of 1,224 km (761 mi). See the return MCO → DCA route.
Alternative airports near Washington: Camp Springs (ADW) — 15 km, Fort Belvoir (DAA) — 20 km, Fort Meade (FME) — 35 km.
Alternative airports near Orlando: Orlando (ORL) — 13 km, Kissimmee (ISM) — 20 km, Sanford (SFB) — 39 km.