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CMH → MCO

CMH (Columbus) to MCO (Orlando)

CMH (Columbus) to MCO (Orlando) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 82%. The average delay is 74 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 80% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.

Accurate?

Southwest Airlines edges out Republic Airways on this route — 82% vs 70% on time.

Airline Comparison

Southwest Airlines leads at 82% on time; Republic Airways trails at 70%.

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Good to know

Departing from CMH

81% on time

Expect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. CMH has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~15 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

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Arriving at MCO

75% on time

When flights into MCO are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at MCO: TSA is ~12 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.