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Cheapest round-trip
$164
Typical prices: $168-$378
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CMH - MCO • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$164
Typical prices: $164-$377
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CMH - MCO • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 20m
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Most punctual • 87% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 26% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $180 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Orlando (CMH-MCO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Orlando

Thu, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 10
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6:17 pm - 8:48 pmCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
2h 31mnonstop
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7:58 am - 10:22 amMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
2h 24mnonstop
$164Frontier
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
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9:16 pm - 11:43 pmCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
2h 27mnonstop
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6:04 pm - 8:31 pmMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
2h 27mnonstop
$165Frontier
Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 12
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11:30 am - 3:07 pmCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
3h 37m1 stop Greenville
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1:11 pm - 6:27 pmMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
5h 16m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
$165Breeze Airways
Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Sep 30
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10:58 am - 4:28 pmCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
5h 30m1 stop Charleston
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1:11 pm - 6:27 pmMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
5h 16m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
$165Breeze Airways
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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9:16 pm - 11:43 pmCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
2h 27mnonstop
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7:05 am - 6:27 pmMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
11h 22m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
$165Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
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7:26 pm - 11:42 pmCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
4h 16m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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9:25 am - 6:48 pmMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
9h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$165Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 1:40 pmCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
7h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 am - 1:16 pmMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
7h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$225Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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7:00 am - 5:33 pmCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
10h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:30 am - 1:53 pmMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
8h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$225Delta
Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 14
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7:25 pm - 9:40 pmCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
2h 15mnonstop
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7:05 am - 9:30 amMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
2h 25mnonstop
$241Southwest
Wed, Oct 7 - Thu, Oct 15
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4:45 pm - 7:00 pmCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
2h 15mnonstop
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9:40 pm - 11:55 pmMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
2h 15mnonstop
$241Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport?

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport start at $164. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $168 to $378. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $164 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport, it is 5% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport at $186 round-trip.
  • June ($316) and December ($308) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% 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 Columbus to Orlando

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier

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.

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 Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$84
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 19% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.
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Your Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • Which airlines should I use for non-stop flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Orlando International Airport (MCO)?

    There are four airlines that provide non-stop flights from Columbus to Orlando. They include Frontier Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and Spirit Airlines. You may choose any of them to make your flight easy and quick.

  • What airport facilities should I expect at Columbus Airport?

    Columbus International Airport offers conference and business facilities that include bureau de change, photocopier, fax, and overnight delivery services. Communication facilities comprise free Wi-Fi internet access throughout the airport, phone charging stations, internet kiosks at various locations, and postal drop boxes located in three concourses around the airport.

  • How far should I walk through Orlando International Airport after arrival?

    At the Main Terminal, you may choose to use the escalators, elevators or take moving walkways to cut down the walking distances. The minimum and maximum distance from each gate vary depending on your location at the airport.

  • Can someone meet me at the gate on arrival at the airport in Orlando?

    Even though only passengers with tickets may go through the security checkpoints and out of the gates, it’s possible for the other person waiting for you to have gate passes. The non-traveler gate passes are available under certain circumstances at the airline’s discretion. The other person can present their valid photo ID for the airline to issue the pass.

  • What hotel is near the Orlando International Airport?

    The closest hotel is the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport. You can find the hotel inside the Main Terminal, just above the passenger security checkpoint for gates 70 to 129.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport flights:

    • Frontier: 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 Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Columbus Airport and Orlando Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • Southwest
    • Frontier

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport?

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Orlando (MCO).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport 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
    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class 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 Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $180 round-trip via Charleston (CHS), compared to $247 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Spirit Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Greenville (GSP) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Raleigh-Durham (RDU) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 9% on the Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $238 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $260, a difference of $22. 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 Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport?

    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 Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 34 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 20%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 20%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Orlando Airport?

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

  • How long is a flight from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport takes 2h 20m, covering 804 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:05 am and lands at 7:25 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:45 pm and lands at 12:05 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 20m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 5% above the route average of $250. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport?

    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 Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport 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 $164 to $1,004. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $110, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Southwest’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport flights?

    Southwest is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Frontier has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport flights are:

    • Southwest: 87% on time
    • Frontier: 82% on time
    • Delta: 79% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 85% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport?

    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 Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport?

    Flying via Greenville (GSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 43m, compared with 4h 09m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 4h 22m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What car rental options are available at Orlando Airport (MCO)?

    Orlando Airport (MCO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Rent-A-Wreck
    · Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    · Hertz
    · Budget
    · Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport range from $168 to $378, with an average of $250 over the past 12 months. Anything below $168 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport 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 Monday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $238 - about $22 less than Wednesday (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport trip for October. Fares historically average $186 round-trip in that month - typically $130 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, Southwest is the strongest pick on this route. 87% of Southwest flights from Columbus Airport to Orlando Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 85%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 34 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 Charleston Airport (CHS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $180 round-trip on this route - about $67 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
  • Do you have plans to travel to Orlando for pleasure or business? Columbus to Orlando is a flexible route that serves both business and pleasure-seeking travelers. Flights such as Frontier and Spirit Airlines from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) are reliable for this route.
  • Located approximately 6 miles to the east of Columbus, Ohio, CMH is a passenger airport connecting to most domestic major airport hubs in the United States. You can access the airport from downtown Columbus, Cleveland, Indianapolis, and Cincinnati by public transport road.
  • Ground transportation services to Columbus International Airport include buses, shuttles, and taxis. There are also long-term and short-term car parking facilities, so you may drive yourself to the airport and park your car before you depart to your destination.
  • Disabled passengers can access different parts of Columbus International Airport using ramps and elevators. Also, there are disabled toilets designed specifically for disabled travelers. Not to mention TDD telephones and braille signages throughout the airport for these special passengers. Most importantly, the airport provides wheelchair services at the passenger’s request.
  • Once you arrive at Orlando International Airport, you may leave your luggage at the Hold My Luggage area on Level 1 at the B side of the airport’s Main Terminal. The services offered include luggage pickup or return, luggage storage, and luggage transportation to your final destination. You will have to sign a waiver of liability and the airport staff will give you the claim ticket.

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Direct departures

Columbus to Orlando

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

Frontier,Southwest

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Friday

Frontier,Southwest

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Orlando to Columbus

Monday

Frontier,Southwest

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Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest

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Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest

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Thursday

Frontier,Southwest

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Friday

Frontier,Southwest

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Saturday

Frontier,Southwest

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Sunday

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