Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Orlando: what you need to know
Approximately 4 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Orlando.
The timezone in Orlando is UTC-5. The city is two hours ahead of Phoenix, where Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Orlando International Airport (MCO). Take your pick of 29 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PHX to MCO is the 05:50 Southwest Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 23:59 with Frontier Airlines.
To avoid rushing for your PHX to Orlando flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as March. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can book a direct Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Orlando ticket. Begin your trip at PHX and land at Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Leading airlines that operate direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Orlando include:
PHX is about 6 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to PHX? If you're catching an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Orlando, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
80% of flights departing from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from PHX.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Orlando
RM334 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Orlando flight. A round-trip ticket right now is RM836. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from PHX to Orlando, book your trip one month ahead of your departure date.
The best month for landing cheap Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Orlando tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is around 19 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Consider staying in a hotel near MCO if you're coming in on a late flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Orlando. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Orlando International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from PHX to Orlando.
The street address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
After your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Orlando has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Orlando is roughly 40 kilometres from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB).
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near SFB. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your PHX to Orlando flight at one of these well-located options:
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from SFB one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Orlando
December is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Orlando, while March is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Orlando based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before booking a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Orlando plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Orlando, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PHX to Orlando in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Orlando
Start your Orlando trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Orlando, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Universal's Islands of Adventure, Hogwarts and Jurassic world are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Orlando itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Orlando has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 209 kilometres north of Orlando, a trip to Jacksonville will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Around 338 kilometres south of Orlando, Miami is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami.