Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Orlando International Airport (MCO): what you need to know
The timezone in Orlando is UTC-4, which is six hours behind Cape Town.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your CPT to MCO flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Orlando International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CPT and MCO:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Orlando International Airport flight is Rs181,298. A round-trip fare right now is Rs282,326. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CPT to MCO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport to Orlando International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81.65% of flights that depart CPT arrive at their destination on time.
Cape Town International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient hotel close to CPT? If you're boarding an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Orlando International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Orlando International Airport (MCO)
If you have a late Cape Town International Airport to Orlando International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near MCO:
Follow your own route with an Orlando International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and chase adventure across Orlando and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Orlando International Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Orlando. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Orlando International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Orlando. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Orlando International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Orlando during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CPT to MCO around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Orlando has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. Around 209 kilometres north of Orlando, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If you're ready to explore another corner of United States, consider Miami, about 338 kilometres south of Orlando. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are key highlights.