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Cheapest round-trip
$181
Typical prices: $176-$374
Frontier
Thu 10/18Wed 10/24
ORD - MCO • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$95
Typical prices: $97-$226
Frontier
Wed 10/3
ORD - MCO • 1 stop
Advice from real travelers
United Economy Plus adds legroom; AA Main Cabin Extra adds early boarding.
Frontier Economy Bundle includes a carry-on and seat choice for budget value.
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You can fly direct with United Airlines, American Airlines and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 53m
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Cheapest • 42% average savings
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Most punctual • 85% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 30% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $87 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Orlando (ORD-ORL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Orlando

Sun, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 24
Frontier Logo
9:00 am - 12:49 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
2h 49mnonstop
Frontier Logo
5:20 am - 7:31 amMCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 11mnonstop
$181Frontier
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
Frontier Logo
8:00 am - 5:09 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
8h 09m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Frontier Logo
7:10 am - 12:02 pmMCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$181Frontier
Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 18
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3:50 pm - 7:46 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
2h 56mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 11:08 pmMCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 08m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$181Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12
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9:26 am - 1:15 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
2h 49mnonstop
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6:45 pm - 11:44 pmMCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 59m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$181Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29
United Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 11:44 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
2h 59mnonstop
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8:56 pm - 11:16 pmMCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 20mnonstop
$237United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 20
United Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 2:56 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
2h 56mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:47 pm - 10:00 pmMCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 13mnonstop
$237United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
American Airlines Logo
7:05 pm - 10:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
2h 50mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:33 pm - 9:55 pmMCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 22mnonstop
$237American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Sat, Nov 21
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:52 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
2h 52mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:13 am - 9:34 amMCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 21mnonstop
$237American Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 29
Delta Logo
2:00 pm - 9:13 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
6h 13m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
1:05 pm - 6:45 pmMCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$257Delta
Tue, Jan 26 - Thu, Feb 4
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11:30 am - 7:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
6h 50m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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2:20 pm - 6:40 pmMCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 20m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$257Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando start at $181. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $176 to $374. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $181 on Frontier.

What is the cheapest Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando flight route?

Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) to Orlando Airport (MCO) is the cheapest Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando route, averaging $267 round-trip. Other Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando routes average $648, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando at $187 round-trip.
  • June ($343) and March ($329) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 83% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from O'Hare Intl to Orlando

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines, Frontier, ORD and MCO

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$95
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 25% lower on average.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Orlando

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Orlando based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from O'Hare Intl to Orlando: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from O'Hare Intl to Orlando 
SteveFlew with Spirit Airlines-Mar 2026
Bring a seat cushion if you're flying Spirit.
LaurenFlew with Spirit Airlines-Feb 2024
If you can get by with a personal item, spirit has the best prices often at the best times to fly chicago to orlando for a weekend

Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando?

    3 airlines operate flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Orlando. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines
    • Frontier

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and may arrive at several airports in Orlando area, including Orlando (MCO) and Orlando Sanford Intl (SFB).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $87 round-trip via Philadelphia (PHL), compared to $269 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $33–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 78% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Raleigh-Durham (RDU) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 22% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $235 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $299, a difference of $64. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 19 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando flights, with 47% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 26%, afternoon flights for 14%, and night flights for 13%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Orlando?

    Some of the most popular sights in Orlando are Universal Orlando Resort, Camping World Stadium and Universal Volcano Bay. These are among the most viewed places in Orlando on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando takes 2h 53m, covering 998 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:53 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:10 pm and lands at 12:03 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 53m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 13% above the route average of $267. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $181 to $1,491. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $112, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does United Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando flights?

    United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Southwest has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando flights are:

    • United Airlines: 85% on time
    • Southwest: 83% on time
    • Frontier: 80% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 80% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 55m, compared with 6h 35m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 7h 09m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Orlando?

    Orlando is 1 hour ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available in Orlando?

    Since Orlando is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Orlando Airport (MCO) — daily rates from around $1:

    · Rent-A-Wreck
    · Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    · Hertz
    · Budget
    · Thrifty

    Near Orlando Sanford Intl Airport (SFB) — daily rates from around $13:

    · Hertz
    · Budget
    · Dollar
    · Alamo
    · ADDCAR RENTAL

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando range from $176 to $374, with an average of $267 over the past 12 months. Anything below $176 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando flights:

    • • American Airlines
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $235 - about $64 less than Sunday (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando trip for January. Fares historically average $187 round-trip in that month - typically $156 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, United Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 85% of United Airlines flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 80%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 19 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Philadelphia Airport (PHL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $87 round-trip on this route - about $182 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Orlando Airport.
    - Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport
    - Ramada by Wyndham Suites Orlando Airport
    - Marriott Orlando Airport Lakeside

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Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Orlando

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

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Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

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Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

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Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

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Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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Direct returns

Orlando to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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