MCO (Orlando) to CLE (Cleveland) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 87%. The average delay is 68 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.MCO → CLE
MCO (Orlando) to CLE (Cleveland)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 81% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
United Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 87% on time vs Southwest Airlines at 69%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 87% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 69%.
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Good to know
Departing from MCO
75% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. MCO has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at CLE
81% on timeWhen flights into CLE are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at CLE: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.