Orlando to Fort Lauderdale flights
Direct and connecting flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale take?
Flight time from Orlando (MCO) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) 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 Orlando to Fort Lauderdale?
Airline availability for MCO to FLL 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 Orlando to Fort Lauderdale?
Direct (nonstop) availability on MCO to FLL 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 involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Frontier Airlines58
- JetBlue Airways40
- ROUNo data
- MXYNo data
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| ROU | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Frontier Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| MXY | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| JetBlue Airways | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning MCO → FLL
MCO to FLL is a short-haul route of 286 km (178 mi). See the return FLL → MCO route.
Alternative airports near Orlando: Orlando (ORL) — 13 km, Kissimmee (ISM) — 20 km, Sanford (SFB) — 39 km.
Alternative airports near Fort Lauderdale: Hollywood (HWO) — 12 km, Fort Lauderdale (FXE) — 14 km, Pompano Beach (PPM) — 20 km.