Direct (nonstop) flights from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale

3 airlines fly nonstop from Orlando International (MCO) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL). It's 177 miles (285 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

MCO
Orlando International
🇺🇸 Orlando, USA
FLL
Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International
🇺🇸 Fort Lauderdale, USA
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
177 mi
285 km
CO₂/pax
33 kg
−48 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
JetBlue Airways +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by JetBlue Airways JetBlue Airways Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

JetBlue Airways B6 JetBlue Airways
Route
MCO → FLL
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
177 mi
Spirit Airlines NK Spirit Airlines
Route
MCO → FLL
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
177 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
MCO → FLL
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
177 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale with one stop · direct emits 33 kg CO₂ per passenger

MCO FPO (Freeport) FLL
Leg 1: 1h 10m (206 mi) Leg 2: 45m (95 mi) Total: ~1h 55m 🍃 81 kg CO₂ (+145% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCO → FPO
1h 10m · 206 mi
View MCO to FPO flights →
Leg 2
FPO → FLL
45m · 95 mi
View FPO to FLL flights →
MCO EYW (Key West) FLL
Leg 1: 1h 16m (268 mi) Leg 2: 1h 2m (145 mi) Total: ~2h 18m 🍃 102 kg CO₂ (+209% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCO → EYW
1h 16m · 268 mi
View MCO to EYW flights →
Leg 2
EYW → FLL
1h 2m · 145 mi
View EYW to FLL flights →
MCO NAS (Nassau) FLL
Leg 1: 1h 29m (332 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (181 mi) Total: ~2h 34m 🍃 120 kg CO₂ (+264% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCO → NAS
1h 29m · 332 mi
View MCO to NAS flights →
Leg 2
NAS → FLL
1h 5m · 181 mi
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MCO CHS (Charleston) FLL
Leg 1: 1h 28m (316 mi) Leg 2: 1h 38m (469 mi) Total: ~3h 6m 🍃 170 kg CO₂ (+415% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCO → CHS
1h 28m · 316 mi
View MCO to CHS flights →
Leg 2
CHS → FLL
1h 38m · 469 mi
View CHS to FLL flights →
MCO PNS (Pensacola) FLL
Leg 1: 1h 37m (382 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (526 mi) Total: ~3h 22m 🍃 193 kg CO₂ (+485% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCO → PNS
1h 37m · 382 mi
View MCO to PNS flights →
Leg 2
PNS → FLL
1h 45m · 526 mi
View PNS to FLL flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale?

A nonstop flight from Orlando (MCO) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 177 miles (285 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale?

3 airlines: JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale?

Yes. 3 airlines: JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

How far is Orlando from Fort Lauderdale?

The flight distance from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale is 177 miles (285 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale?

At 1h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale?

Roughly 33 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 165 km.

Is the return flight from Fort Lauderdale to Orlando also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Orlando International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.