Travelling from Dallas to Orlando: what you need to know
Start your journey at one of Dallas's main airports, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL). Check out your options for booking a flight from Dallas to Orlando taking off from either of these.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB) are the major entry points to Orlando.
Hop on a direct Dallas to Orlando flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Orlando is one hour ahead of Dallas and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 86 departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Dallas to Orlando is with Frontier Airlines at 22:16. Go for the first DFW to MCO departure with Spirit Airlines at 05:15 to make the most of your arrival in Orlando.
To ensure you make it on your Dallas to Orlando flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Orlando
To find cheap Dallas to Orlando flights, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Dallas
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Set out from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) on a nonstop flight from Dallas to Orlando. From DFW, you can fly directly to Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Well-known airlines that offer direct Dallas to Orlando plane tickets from DFW include:
The journey from central Dallas to DFW takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Dallas to Orlando? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Dallas Fort Worth International Airport:
Of the departures from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, 72% land on time at their destination.
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is approximately 14 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dallas to Orlando. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MCO instead:
Explore without limits with a Orlando International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and discover more of Orlando and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Orlando International Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
The street address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB)
As soon as your flight from Dallas to Orlando has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Orlando is roughly 31 kilometres from Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB).
The trip will take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near SFB. Kick back after your Dallas to Orlando flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving taxi lines. Pick up a Orlando Sanford Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from Dollar, Hertz and Budget.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at SFB will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Orlando
April is the most popular month for flights from Dallas to Orlando. To skip the crowds, go to Orlando in March.
Before locking in your Dallas to Orlando tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Orlando, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Dallas to Orlando in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Orlando
After booking your flight from Dallas to Orlando, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Orlando:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Hogwarts Castle, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Orlando Resort are must-visits when exploring Orlando.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Orlando. Around 193 kilometres to the north, top sights here include St. John's Cathedral, MOCA (Museum Of Contemporary Art), Jacksonville and Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Miami is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 322 kilometres south of Orlando. No journey is complete without seeing Close Beach, Ocean Dr and Port of Miami.
