Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Orlando and Freeport are in the UTC-4 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Your MCO to FPO flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Bahamasair is your ticket to exploring Freeport (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Bahamas!). Check out the direct flights from Orlando International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport offered by this carrier.
Bahamasair is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Among carriers operating MCO to FPO flights, Bahamasair has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Orlando International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MCO and FPO:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Miami International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO)
Currently, Rs42,115 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs119,157. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MCO to FPO.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from MCO to FPO is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Orlando International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.28% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Orlando International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MCO. Whether you've booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Orlando International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FPO instead:
Pick up the keys to a Grand Bahama International Airport rental car from top providers like Hertz or Avis. With your own set of wheels, you can go beyond Freeport and discover places most visitors miss.
Give yourself a better shot at getting the best rate by booking as early as possible. Reserving your ride from Grand Bahama International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a smart idea.
Getting from Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO) to central Freeport
Grand Bahama International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Freeport. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
When to fly to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO)
April is the busiest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Freeport in February.
Lock in your flight from Orlando International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Freeport during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 18ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MCO to FPO sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bahamas
Nassau is just one of the many cities in Bahamas waiting to be explored after you've seen Freeport. Around 209 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Queen's Staircase, Fort Fincastle and Cabbage Beach.
Around 3 kilometres east of Freeport, Lucaya is another favourite stop in Bahamas. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Shiloh Seventh-day Adventist Church, St. Paul's Methodist Church and Agape House Ministries.
