RIC (Richmond) to MCO (Orlando) flights arrive on time 68% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 74%. The average delay is 82 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.RIC → MCO
RIC (Richmond) to MCO (Orlando)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 68% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Southwest Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 74% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 33%.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 74% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 33%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from RIC
79% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. RIC has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 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 ~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.