Cheap flights from Reagan National to Orlando International from $119
Updated 2026-07-07
761 miles great-circle distance, typically flown in 1h 56m with 6 airlines operating direct service from Reagan National (DCA) to Orlando International (MCO). Fares on this corridor stay relatively stable across the year — booking 4–8 weeks ahead and choosing a midweek departure typically secures the best price.
Flying from Reagan National
Ronald Reagan Washington National sits 4 miles from the Capitol — one of the most central airports in the United States, with strict perimeter rules limiting most non-stop flights to within 1,250 miles. Metro Yellow and Blue Lines run from the airport's own station directly to downtown DC in 8 minutes for around $2.50. American and Delta have the largest schedules; nearly all flights are domestic. The strict perimeter and slot controls keep DCA fares structurally higher than IAD or BWI.
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International is 14 miles south of downtown Orlando and 18 miles east of Walt Disney World. Lynx bus 11 reaches downtown Orlando in 50 minutes; Brightline rail service to Miami, West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale launched 2023. Fares peak around school holidays — late June through early August, mid-March, and Christmas/New Year week — and drop sharply in late August through October before the holiday-season rebound.
Who flies DCA to MCO?
| Airline | IATA | Flight time | Cabin |
| American Airlines | AA | 1h 56m | Economy |
| Delta Air Lines | DL | 1h 56m | Economy |
| United Airlines | UA | 1h 56m | Economy |
| Southwest Airlines | WN | 1h 56m | Economy |
| JetBlue Airways | B6 | 1h 56m | Economy |
| Alaska Airlines | AS | 1h 56m | Economy |
6 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.
Washington to Orlando FAQs
Direct flights from Reagan National (DCA) to Orlando International (MCO) take approximately 1h 56m for the 761-mile journey, plus 30–60 minutes of taxi, climb and descent. Total airport-to-airport time depends on cruise winds and air-traffic queueing on approach.
6 carriers operate direct service from Reagan National (DCA) to Orlando International (MCO): American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, JetBlue Airways and 1 more. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — American Airlines typically operates the highest weekly count on this corridor.
No — United States is domestic travel for US citizens. A US passport is not required for the 50 states, DC or US territories (Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands), though Real ID-compliant ID is required at TSA from May 2025.
Orlando International (MCO) is the primary international airport for Orlando. Allow 30–60 minutes for the ground transfer by train, express bus, taxi or rideshare depending on traffic and time of day. See the airport's official website for current train and shuttle timetables.