Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Orlando.
Flights from MCO to LAX start at 06:00 — the first with Delta Air Lines. The last service of the day is at 20:38 with JetBlue Airways. In total, you can take your pick of 79 weekly Orlando International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MCO to LAX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Orlando International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. When you're ready to start your Los Angeles adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of United States:
Most passengers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
With a dependable 84.3% of services landing on schedule, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating MCO to LAX flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Orlando International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MCO and LAX:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
At the moment, ج.م. 3,263 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 7,089. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MCO to LAX.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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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.
To get to Orlando International Airport from central Orlando, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near MCO. Whether you have an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LAX if you're on a late Orlando International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and explore Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Los Angeles in May.
When booking your flight from Orlando International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCO to LAX in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC and 26ºC then.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
San Jose is another essential stop in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without experiencing Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
