MCO (Orlando) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale) flights arrive on time 75% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is JetBlue Airways at 77%. The average delay is 62 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.MCO → FLL
MCO (Orlando) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 75% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — JetBlue Airways leads slightly at 77% vs Spirit Airlines at 75%.
Airline Comparison
JetBlue Airways leads at 77% on time; Spirit Airlines trails at 75%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from MCO
75% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. MCO has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~30 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at FLL
73% on timeWhen flights into FLL are late, the average delay is 73 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at FLL: TSA is ~29 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.