Flying from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA): what you need to know
Start your journey at one of Orlando's main airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO) or Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). Check out your options for booking a flight from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) taking off from either of these.
Orlando and Roanoke (where Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
With 2 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) is the most popular route. Allegiant Air operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from MCO to ROA is with Allegiant Air at 19:11.
Your flight from Orlando to ROA won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
With more travellers during busy periods like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Central Orlando to MCO is approximately 20 miles. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 22 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Orlando International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
About Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
Book a hotel close to ROA if you have a late flight from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to central Roanoke
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is approximately 5 miles from central Roanoke. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 11 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 36 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
For a one-way ticket from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, £31 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from £64. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ based on availability.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from Orlando to ROA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap tickets from Orlando to ROA every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Roanoke in February when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Orlando to ROA for July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Roanoke to range from 15ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Roanoke
Start your Roanoke trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get to know Roanoke is to visit its top sights. Highlights include Virginia Museum of Transportation, Taubman Museum of Art and Centre in the Square.
Complete your Roanoke trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Orlando to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Roanoke. Check out the offers and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.
