MCO (Orlando) to RIC (Richmond) flights arrive on time 72% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 74%. The average delay is 67 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.MCO → RIC
MCO (Orlando) to RIC (Richmond)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 72% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Spirit Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 74% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 50%.
Airline Comparison
Spirit Airlines leads at 74% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 50%.
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 ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at RIC
79% on timeWhen flights into RIC are late, the average delay is 72 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at RIC: TSA is ~5 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.