Travelling from Atlanta to Orlando: what you need to know
Many great adventures set off from Atlanta's main airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Check out the options for catching a flight from Atlanta to Orlando leaving from this terminal.
When it comes to arriving in Orlando, Orlando International Airport (MCO) is a major gateway. Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) is another.
Book a direct Atlanta to Orlando flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Atlanta and Orlando follow the same timezone, UTC-4.
The busiest route for flights from Atlanta to Orlando is from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Orlando International Airport (MCO). There are 136 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from ATL to MCO is the 06:00 Frontier Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 23:45 with Delta Air Lines.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Atlanta to Orlando flight.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer queues at security and check-in. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and four hours ahead of an international departure is wise.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Orlando
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Orlando is £16. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £35. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap Atlanta to Orlando flights, book your journey two months ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on plane tickets from Atlanta to Orlando. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Atlanta to Orlando, you can depart from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Get from ATL to Orlando International Airport (MCO) without making any stops.
Popular airlines that offer direct Atlanta to Orlando plane tickets from ATL include:
Travelling from central Atlanta to ATL takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 miles in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Atlanta to Orlando? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport:
76.64% of flights that leave from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport reach their destination on time.
ATL's address is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is approximately 9 miles from central Orlando. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near MCO if you have a late flight from Atlanta to Orlando. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with an Orlando International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and discover more of Orlando and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Orlando International Airport around two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) is about 19 miles from central Orlando. Following your flight from Atlanta to Orlando, it takes approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make picking up an Orlando Sanford International Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at SFB will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Orlando
July is the most popular month for flights from Atlanta to Orlando. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Orlando in May.
The warmest month in Orlando is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Atlanta to Orlando ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap flights from Atlanta to Orlando around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Orlando
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Orlando right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Atlanta to Orlando:
Universal Orlando Resort and Universal's Islands of Adventure are a couple of major attractions to put on your Orlando to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Lake Eola Park.
Explore more of United States
You've done Orlando, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey around 130 miles north to Jacksonville to check off its leading sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, your itinerary will be busy.
Miami is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 210 miles south of Orlando. No trip is complete without a visit to Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.