FLL (Fort Lauderdale) to MCO (Orlando) flights arrive on time 73% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 83%. The average delay is 65 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.FLL → MCO
FLL (Fort Lauderdale) to MCO (Orlando)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 73% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Southwest Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 83% on time vs Spirit Airlines at 68%.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 83% on time; Spirit Airlines trails at 68%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from FLL
73% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. FLL has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~29 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at MCO
75% on timeWhen flights into MCO are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MCO: TSA is ~30 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.