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iata: MCO
name: Orlando International Airport
city: Orlando
country: United States
lastUpdated: '2026-08-30'
officialWebsite: 'https://flymco.com/'
sources:
  - 'https://flymco.com/'
  - 'https://flymco.com/security/'
  - 'https://flymco.com/ground-transportation/'
  - >-
    https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/orlando-international
quickFacts:
  - 'Three terminals: A (Gates 1-59), B (Gates 70-129), C (Gates 230-254)'
  - >-
    Major airlines: Southwest, Delta, United, American, Spirit, Frontier,
    JetBlue
  - >-
    No direct downtown rail; LYNX bus $2.00; Brightline high-speed rail serves
    Terminal C (Miami corridor)
  - Security wait times typically 2-11 minutes with PreCheck/CLEAR/MCO Reserve
  - Annual passengers ~62M; popular for Disney/Universal and cruises
  - MCO Reserve free timed security slots bookable up to 7 days ahead
bentoTips:
  - label: Timing
    title: Arrive 2 hours early for security
    detail: >-
      Waits average 2-11 min but spike during peaks; PreCheck/CLEAR cut it
      further.
    summary: Book MCO Reserve slot 7 days ahead for dedicated lane.
    category: timing
  - label: Terminal
    title: Check your airside before security
    detail: Southwest dominates A/B; international often C.
    summary: Airsides 1-4 connected by trains post-security; C is separate.
    category: terminal
  - label: Food
    title: Skip lounge food for terminal options
    detail: 'Lounges criticized for limited, low-quality offerings in recent reviews.'
    summary: >-
      Bahama Breeze and other sit-down spots often better value than Club
      lounges.
    category: food
  - label: Status
    title: Use status or paid fast-track
    detail: Can save 30-45 min on busy mornings when standard lanes spike.
    summary: MCO Reserve or CLEAR beats standard lines for non-PreCheck travelers.
    category: status
lounges:
  - name: The Club MCO
    zone: Airside 1 (Gates 1-29)
    hours: '05:00-21:00'
    access:
      - Priority Pass
      - LoungeKey
      - Amex Platinum
      - Capital One
      - Day pass available
    bestFor:
      - Priority Pass holders
      - Families
    summary: 'Small with limited food—fine for a short wait, not a destination lounge.'
    verdict: depends
    terminal: Terminal A
    amenities:
      - Showers
      - Kids area
      - Bar
      - Snacks
  - name: The Club MCO
    zone: Airside 4 (Gates 70-99)
    hours: '05:00-21:00'
    access:
      - Priority Pass
      - LoungeKey
      - Amex Platinum
      - Capital One
      - Day pass available
    bestFor:
      - Priority Pass holders
      - Work
    summary: >-
      Similar to A location; can get crowded, better than nothing for PP members
      but not standout.
    verdict: depends
    terminal: Terminal B
    amenities:
      - Showers
      - Kids area
      - Bar
      - Snacks
  - name: Plaza Premium Lounge
    zone: Airside
    hours: '05:00-22:00'
    access:
      - Priority Pass
      - LoungeKey
      - Day pass ~$50-60
    bestFor:
      - International flights
      - Long layovers
    summary: >-
      Often busy and not worth paid entry compared with better terminal dining
      options.
    verdict: skip
    terminal: Terminal C
    amenities:
      - Showers
      - Quiet zones
      - Buffet
waterOptions:
  - kind: purchase
    name: Terminal convenience stores
    zone: airside
    price: $2.50-3.50 for 500ml
    summary: Standard pricing; multiple spots post-security for quick grab.
    location: Near security checkpoints and gates
    terminal: Terminal A
  - kind: refill
    name: Water fountains
    zone: airside
    price: Free
    summary: Reliable free refill spots throughout; bring reusable bottle.
    location: Near restrooms and food courts airside
    terminal: All terminals
    isBestValue: true
  - kind: free
    name: Lounge water stations
    zone: airside
    price: Free with access
    summary: Unlimited free water if you have lounge access; otherwise use fountains.
    location: Inside The Club MCO lounges
    terminal: Terminal A/B
    isBestQuality: true
airportistScore: 7.2
slug: mco
region: North America
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# Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando, United States · North America
Solid mid-tier US airport with good food variety and fast security options but suffers from crowding, inconsistent lounges, and no direct rail.
## Airportist Score

**7.2 / 10**
- Comfort: 6.8
- Navigation: 7.5
- Food: 7.8
- Transport: 7.0
- Disruption resilience: 7.0

## At a glance

- Passengers: 62M
- Terminals: 3 active terminals
- Typical security: 8 min
- On-time: 77%
- Disruption: normal

## Best for

- Theme park travelers
- Budget transport options
- Fast security with apps
- Varied dining

## Watch out for

- Crowded PP lounges
- Peak morning security spikes
- No direct train to city
- Weather-related delays common

## More intel

- [Lounge directory](/airports/mco/lounges.md) (free)
- [Getting there](/airports/mco/getting-there.md) (free)
- [Amenities](/airports/mco/amenities.md)
- [Traveler tips](/airports/mco/tips.md)
- [Water](/airports/mco/water.md)
- [Full guide](/airports/mco/guide.md)
- [Disruptions](/airports/mco/disruptions.md)
- [Reviews](/airports/mco/reviews.md)