Travelling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Orlando International Airport (MCO): what you need to know
Orlando's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Orlando four hours behind Cardiff.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your CWL to MCO flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cardiff Airport to Orlando International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CWL and MCO:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Orlando International Airport flight is £287. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £564. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CWL to MCO if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Cardiff Airport to Orlando International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from CWL to MCO.
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Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Of the departures from Cardiff Airport, 66.16% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Cardiff Airport is about 17 miles from central Cardiff. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near CWL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Orlando International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cardiff Airport to Orlando International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MCO instead:
Pick up an Orlando International Airport rental car and explore Orlando and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sonic, Dollar and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Orlando International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
From Orlando International Airport, Orlando is approximately 20 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Cardiff Airport to Orlando International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Orlando in May.
Book your flight from Cardiff Airport to Orlando International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Orlando during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CWL to MCO in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Orlando has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. Around 130 miles north of Orlando, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in United States, consider Miami, about 210 miles south of Orlando. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are key highlights.
