Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Orlando International Airport (MCO): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando International Airport is 8 hours 55 minutes.
Orlando is four hours behind Edinburgh and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your EDI to MCO flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Jetting into Orlando (and then exploring more of United States!) is a cinch with Virgin Atlantic. This popular airline has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando International Airport.
Virgin Atlantic tops the list for bookings on this route.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between EDI and MCO:
Newark Liberty International Airport
Logan International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
ر.ق. 1,055 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Orlando International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 1,866. These prices can change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from EDI to MCO, reserve your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Picking up cheap flights from EDI to MCO is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights that take off from Edinburgh Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near EDI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Orlando International Airport (MCO)
If you're arriving on a late Edinburgh Airport to Orlando International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near MCO:
Travel at your own speed with an Orlando International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and venture far and wide through Orlando and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Orlando International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Orlando. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Orlando based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Orlando is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap tickets from EDI to MCO around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've done Orlando, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel around 209 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its leading sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in United States, head for Miami, roughly 338 kilometres south of Orlando. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are key reasons to visit.
