Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Orlando and Philadelphia are in the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Flights from MCO to PHL start from 05:01 — the earliest with Frontier Airlines. The last departure is at 22:59 with Frontier Airlines. In total, you can choose from 106 weekly Orlando International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your MCO to PHL flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Orlando International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, so getting to Philadelphia (and then exploring more of United States!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
American Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
With a reliable 82.47% of services landing on schedule, Spirit Airlines has the best on-time record for MCO to PHL flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Orlando International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MCO and PHL include:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
Ronald Reagan National Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
At the moment, Rs13,050 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs28,360. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To get cheap tickets from MCO to PHL, book your journey seven months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Finding cheap flights from MCO to PHL is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Orlando International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Orlando International Airport, 78.28% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Orlando International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MCO? If you've booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
If you're arriving on a late Orlando International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near PHL:
Go where the road takes you with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and chase adventure across Philadelphia and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
You'll find PHL at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
Philadelphia International Airport to the centre of Philadelphia has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Philadelphia in February.
Lock in your flight from Orlando International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Philadelphia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MCO to PHL around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. About 129 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, a visit to New York will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
