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Cheapest round-trip
$164
Typical prices: $156-$332
Frontier
Fri 9/14Tue 9/18
DFW - MCO • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$164
Typical prices: $156-$337
Frontier
Sun 9/9Wed 9/12
DFW - MCO • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 45m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 82% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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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When to travel
Cheapest • 45% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $194 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dallas to Orlando (DFW-MCO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dallas to Orlando

Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 18
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7:48 pm - 8:09 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MCO Orlando
11h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:05 pm - 12:21 amMCO  Orlando-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
13h 16m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$164Frontier
Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12
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1:35 pm - 5:24 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MCO Orlando
2h 49mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:07 amMCO  Orlando-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 07mnonstop
$164Frontier
Sun, Sep 6 - Fri, Sep 11
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8:05 pm - 11:59 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MCO Orlando
2h 54mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 10:20 pmMCO  Orlando-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 20m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$212Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 14
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9:21 am - 1:09 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MCO Orlando
2h 48mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 10:20 pmMCO  Orlando-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 20m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$222Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
American Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 11:03 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MCO Orlando
2h 48mnonstop
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6:16 am - 8:15 amMCO  Orlando-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
2h 59mnonstop
$267American Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9
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8:20 am - 12:02 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MCO Orlando
2h 42mnonstop
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6:59 am - 9:10 amMCO  Orlando-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 11mnonstop
$267American Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 16
United Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 11:50 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MCO Orlando
5h 40m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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11:55 am - 4:03 pmMCO  Orlando-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 08m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$282United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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5:10 am - 11:50 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MCO Orlando
5h 40m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:00 pm - 11:03 pmMCO  Orlando-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 03m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$282United Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 12
Delta Logo
6:40 am - 12:58 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MCO Orlando
5h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:30 am - 9:59 amMCO  Orlando-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$287Delta
Wed, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 2
Delta Logo
5:45 am - 1:37 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MCO Orlando
6h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:45 pm - 12:13 amMCO  Orlando-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$287Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport?

Round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport start at $164. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $156 to $332. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $164 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport at $127 round-trip.
  • June ($320) and July ($284) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 151% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport 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 Dallas to Orlando

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier 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.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DFW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$69
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Dallas to Orlando

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Your Dallas/Fort Worth 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 offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport flights:

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

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

  • What airlines are available from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Orlando Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • American Airlines
    • Frontier

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport?

    Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport usually depart from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and arrive at Orlando (MCO).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dallas/Fort Worth 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
    • American 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport:

    • 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $194 round-trip via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD), compared to $236 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $31–$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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 64% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 8% 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $213 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $250, a difference of $37. 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 Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport route, 26% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 55 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport flights, with 47% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 23%, afternoon flights for 15%, and night flights for 15%.

  • 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport takes 2h 45m, covering 983 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:45 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:54 pm and lands at 12:39 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 45m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 19% above the route average of $233. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth 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.

  • How are flight prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $121, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Frontier’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport flights?

    Frontier is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Spirit Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport flights are:

    • Frontier: 82% on time
    • Spirit Airlines: 77% on time
    • American Airlines: 72% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 74% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport?

    Flying via New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 31m, compared with 4h 59m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 5h 30m via Miami (MIA).

  • What is the time difference between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Orlando Airport?

    Orlando Airport is 1 hour ahead of Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport range from $156 to $332, with an average of $233 over the past 12 months. Anything below $156 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $213 - about $37 less than Sunday (15% 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $127 round-trip in that month - typically $193 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, Frontier is the strongest pick on this route. 82% of Frontier flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 74%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 55 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $194 round-trip on this route - about $42 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

Prefer to fly direct from Dallas to Orlando Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Orlando Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dallas/Fort Worth to Orlando

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

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Direct returns

Orlando to Dallas/Fort Worth

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

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