RIC (Richmond) to MCO (Orlando) flights arrive on time 73% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 76%. The average delay is 78 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.RIC → MCO
RIC (Richmond) 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 incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Southwest Airlines leads slightly at 76% vs Spirit Airlines at 72%.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 76% on time; Spirit Airlines trails at 72%.
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Good to know
Departing from RIC
80% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. RIC has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~11 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at MCO
75% on timeWhen flights into MCO are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MCO: TSA is ~11 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.