Flying from London to Orlando: what you need to know
London has plenty of airports to start your trip from. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Orlando. London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Touch down at Orlando International Airport (MCO), the major arrival point in Orlando.
The average length of a direct London to Orlando flight is 9 hours 40 minutes.
Orlando's timezone is UTC-5, making Orlando five hours behind London.
The most popular route for flights from London to Orlando is London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Orlando International Airport (MCO). Pick from 12 services that connect these two airports every week.
To ensure you make your London to Orlando flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Orlando
To pick up cheap London to Orlando flights, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Getting cheap plane tickets from London to Orlando is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
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Lock in a cheap London to Orlando flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're searching for a direct flight from London to Orlando, you can leave from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Get from LHR to Orlando International Airport (MCO) without any stops.
Check out the promotions with Virgin Atlantic. This airline offers direct London to Orlando plane tickets from LHR.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your London to Orlando flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Nashville Airport (BNA)
LHR is about 26 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from London to Orlando? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Prefer to fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? This hub offers direct flights from London to Orlando, seamlessly connecting to Orlando International Airport (MCO).
British Airways offers direct London to Orlando plane tickets from LGW. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination without any detours.
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your London to Orlando flight. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between London Gatwick Airport and Orlando:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
LGW is about 40 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from London to Orlando, kick back in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
Most flights that leave London Gatwick Airport get to their destination as expected. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 83%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Searching for a ticket from London to Orlando with one or more stops can give you a bigger choice of departure times along with better fares. When departing from London Stansted Airport (STN), here's where you can make a pit stop at on your way to Orlando:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
The journey time to STN from the centre of London is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near London Stansted Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Orlando flight:
STN has an on-time performance rating of 80%. This means the majority of its flights touch down as expected and your plans go off without a hitch.
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is approximately 14 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
If you have a late flight from London to Orlando, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near MCO:
Go where the road takes you with a Orlando International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and see more of Orlando and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Orlando International Airport around two weeks in advance of your London to Orlando flight.
MCO is situated at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB)
Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of Orlando. Once you've disembarked your flight from London to Orlando, it takes approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near SFB. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from London to Orlando:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a taxi. Pick up a Orlando Sanford Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Dollar, Hertz and Budget.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from SFB one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Orlando
March is the quietest month for flights from London to Orlando, while April is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Orlando based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your London to Orlando tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Orlando, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from London to Orlando around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Orlando
Start your Orlando trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Orlando, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Hogwarts Castle and Universal Islands of Adventure are a couple of major attractions to put on your Orlando must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Universal Orlando Resort.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Orlando, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 193 kilometres north to Jacksonville to tick off its leading attractions. From St. John's Cathedral to MOCA (Museum Of Contemporary Art), Jacksonville and Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Miami is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 322 kilometres south of Orlando. No journey is complete without seeing Close Beach, Ocean Dr and Port of Miami.












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