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Cheapest round-trip
$169
Typical prices: $258-$466
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HOU - MCO • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$85
Typical prices: $134-$388
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HOU - MCO • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 2h 19m
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Cheapest • Avg $173 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Hobby to Orlando (HOU-MCO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Hobby to Orlando

Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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2:45 pm - 6:00 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
2h 15mnonstop
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9:25 am - 11:00 amMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 35mnonstop
$169Southwest
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Oct 29
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7:35 am - 10:50 amHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
2h 15mnonstop
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6:30 am - 8:10 amMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 40mnonstop
$169Southwest
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:35 pm - 9:50 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
2h 15mnonstop
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6:05 am - 7:50 amMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 45mnonstop
$169Southwest
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
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9:50 pm - 1:05 amHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
2h 15mnonstop
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8:40 pm - 7:30 amMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
11h 50m1 stop Pittsburgh
$179JetBlue
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
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6:00 am - 12:00 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
5h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:35 pm - 11:49 pmMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$189American Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 6
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9:55 am - 5:30 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
6h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 11:02 amMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$189American Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 16
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5:26 pm - 12:22 amHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
5h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 1:18 pmMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$197Delta
Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 6
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2:25 pm - 10:06 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
6h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:05 am - 2:07 pmMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$197Delta
Sun, Oct 4 - Thu, Oct 8
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9:00 am - 10:36 amHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
24h 36m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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11:49 am - 9:52 amMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
23h 03m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$425Sun Country Air
Sun, Nov 22 - Tue, Nov 24
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9:00 am - 10:49 amHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
24h 49m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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5:10 pm - 6:55 pmMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
26h 45m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$435Sun Country Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport start at $169. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $258 to $466. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $169 on Southwest.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport, it is 31% 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport at $187 round-trip.
  • June ($481) and May ($441) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 157% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 62% 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 Hobby to Orlando

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

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on 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.

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on HOU

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

Key details for Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$85
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 31% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 30% increase in price.
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Your Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • Where can I find a nursing room at William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)?

    William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) has two private nursing rooms for traveling mothers. The rooms are equipped with electrical outlets, changing tables, comfortable seating, and a lockable door for privacy. The nursing rooms are located on Level 2 in the Rotunda area, adjacent to Gate 40.

  • Can I get help with my baggage at the William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)?

    HOU provides baggage carts in the baggage claim area and near the passenger drop-off areas in each terminal. The baggage carts are designed to conveniently accommodate heavy luggage or numerous bags. The carts have a platform for large bags and a basket for carry-ons. The carts are available for a maximum cost of around $10.00.

  • Can I park my car at William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)?

    HOU offers a variety of parking options, including terminal, valet, Eco-park, and corporate parking. To book your parking spot, go online and follow the reservation procedure. Terminal parking is available for a maximum fee of around $15 per hour, valet parking costs around $28 per day, and Eco-park costs around $9.24 per day.

  • Where is the car-rental facility at Orlando International Airport (MCO)?

    To rent a car at the Orlando International Airport, go to the A-side of the Main Terminal on the Ground Transportation level. The rental facility offers several Orlando car-rental companies and is open 24/7. You can also opt to rent a car from off-site Orlando car-rental companies. There’s a complimentary airport shuttle that transports people to the off-airport car-rental locations.

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

    Among airlines operating Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • JetBlue: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Houston Hobby Airport and Orlando Airport.

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

    Flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport usually depart from Houston Hobby (HOU) and arrive at Orlando (MCO).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport flights?

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

    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $173 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $377 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 9 variants.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Raleigh-Durham (RDU) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 7% 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $257 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $414, a difference of $157. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport flights, with 51% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 16%, and night flights for 0%.

  • 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.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 7:19 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:50 pm and lands at 12:09 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 19m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 88% above the route average of $370. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport takes 2h 19m, covering 847 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston Hobby 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 Houston Hobby 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 $169 to $983. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $117, which is 46% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport?

    Flying via Miami (MIA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 36m, compared with 4h 52m via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) and 5h 06m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Houston Hobby Airport and Orlando Airport?

    Orlando Airport is 1 hour ahead of Houston Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport range from $258 to $466, with an average of $370 over the past 12 months. Anything below $258 counts as a good deal.

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

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

Your guide to booking Houston Hobby 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 $257 - about $157 less than Sunday (38% 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 62% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston Hobby Airport to Orlando Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $187 round-trip in that month - typically $294 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $173 round-trip on this route - about $204 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
  • William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is located seven miles from downtown Houston. Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and JetBlue Airways are the major airlines serving HOU Airport. Transport to the airport is available via METRO public transit.
  • Orlando International Airport (MCO) is located six miles southeast of Orlando. Due to its location, MCO is conveniently located near most of Orlando’s biggest attractions. Downtown Orlando is connected to the airport by a variety of transportation companies, including LYNX bus service and Amtrak Rail transit.
  • If you’re looking for a way to relax and pass time at the William P. Hobby Airport, you have a few options to think about. For art lovers, you can admire the artwork placed throughout the airport. HOU also offers live performance featuring classical and smooth jazz music at the Central Concourse Rotunda.
  • Numerous shopping and dining options are available at HOU Airport. If time allows, you can explore the many options and buy a gift or souvenir. Options like the CNBC Smartshop and HMart offer great gift and souvenir ideas. You can dine-in or grab a drink at one of the airport restaurants, including Starbucks.
  • Need some cash? Several ATMs are located throughout HOU Airport. Note that fees may apply when you withdraw cash, depending on your bank’s policy. You will find ATMs at Level 1 near the baggage claim area, Level 2 near Gate 1 and Gate 21, and at the main lobby before Security.

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