Travelling from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA): What you need to know
Orlando's main airport is Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). Explore your options for leaving from here when reserving your flights from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA).
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is located in Roanoke. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Orlando.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Orlando to ROA.
March is a busy month for air travel. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO is about 19 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Orlando International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Orlando International Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Think about kicking off your trip from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). You can book a direct Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) plane ticket from this popular hub.
From SFB, direct flights from Orlando to ROA are available with Allegiant Air.
On the SFB to ROA route, Allegiant Air is the preferred choice for many passengers.
Among the carriers operating flights between Orlando Sanford International Airport and Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, Allegiant Air has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
You can arrive at SFB from central Orlando in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Orlando to ROA flight? Unwind in a hotel near Orlando Sanford International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69%.
About Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near ROA:
You'll find ROA at 5202 Aviation Drive, N.W..
Getting from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to central Roanoke
Central Roanoke is around 11 kilometres from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
Currently, Rs12,179 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs23,816. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Orlando to ROA, book your ticket four months before your planned departure.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Roanoke. June is when most people book flights from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Book a Orlando to ROA plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Roanoke to range from 15ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC and 10ºC.
More about Roanoke
Start your Roanoke trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Roanoke when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to Taubman Museum of Art followed by Harrison Museum of African-American Culture and O. Winston Link Museum.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Roanoke, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey around 241 kilometres south to Charlotte to check off its must-visit sights. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Raleigh is another standout destination in the United States and is around 209 kilometres southeast of Roanoke. No journey is complete without experiencing North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park.
