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Orlando Travel Guide

Orlando, Florida — Airports

Orlando International Airport

Airport Code
MCO
Full Airport Name
Orlando International Airport
Location
The airport is situated nine miles (11km) southeast of Orlando.
Time Zone
GMT -5 (GMT -4 from March to November).
Phone Number
Tel: +1 407 825 8463.
Ground Transport
Public transport facilities are to be found on the Ground Transportation Concourse on Level 1 of Terminal 1. Lynx buses numbers 11, 41, 42 and 51 depart every 30 minutes, between 5.30am and 11.30pm, for downtown Orlando, the trip taking about 40 minutes and costing $1.50. Many hotels provide free shuttles for guests. Taxis are available on Level 1 on both the A and B sides of the Main Terminal, and may carry up to 9 passengers with metered rates.
Car Rental
Numerous major car hire companies are represented at the airport, including Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar and National.
Airport Taxis
Taxis are available on Level 1 on both the A and B sides of the Main Terminal, and may carry up to 9 passengers with metered rates. Trips to downtown Orlando take approximately 20 minutes and cost $35.
Airport Facilities
Passenger services at the airport include ATMs, currency exchange, information centers, Internet kiosks and postal services. There are a wide variety of bars, restaurants and shops, including duty free. The Kennedy Space Center, Disney, Universal Studios and Sea World all have their own branded shops. Facilities for the disabled are good; those with special needs should contact their airline in advance.
Car Parking
There are three parking lots adjacent to the main terminals, and three more further away. It is generally quicker to park in the off-site lots and take the free shuttle bus to the terminals, as the parking lots nearby the terminals are often full. There is also a cell phone parking lot.
Departure Tax
None.
Website
www.orlandoairports.net