Cheap flights from George Bush Intercontinental to Orlando International from $42
Updated 2026-09-03
853 miles great-circle distance, typically flown in 2h 07m with 5 airlines operating direct service from George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) 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 George Bush Intercontinental
Houston George Bush Intercontinental is United Airlines' second-largest hub after Newark, with five terminals and a Skytrain people mover connecting them. METRO's bus 102 runs from the airport to downtown Houston in around 50 minutes; light rail does not extend to IAH. International long-haul through Houston is heaviest to Latin America (over 30 destinations) and Europe, with Lufthansa, KLM, Air France and British Airways all operating daily and growing Middle East service via Qatar, Emirates and Turkish.
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 IAH to MCO?
| Airline | IATA | Flight time | Cabin |
| United Airlines | UA | 2h 07m | Economy |
| American Airlines | AA | 2h 07m | Economy |
| Spirit Airlines | NK | 2h 07m | Economy |
| Frontier Airlines | F9 | 2h 07m | Economy |
| Delta Air Lines | DL | 2h 07m | Economy |
5 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.
Houston to Orlando FAQs
Direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) to Orlando International (MCO) take approximately 2h 07m for the 853-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.
5 carriers operate direct service from George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) to Orlando International (MCO): United Airlines, American Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines and Delta Air Lines. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — United 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.