MCO is in the midst of the busiest period for Spring Break travelers with over 7.4 million passengers expected, an 8 percent increase over 2025. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is in the midst of its Spring Break rush, a period that consistently brings some of the highest passenger volumes of the year. The airport, currently in the peak stretch of a 46-day travel window that ends April 7th, will see its busiest days between March 12th and March 16th. “Central Florida enjo

MCO has been named Overall Winner and Airport with Over 20 Million Passengers at the Routes Americas 2026 Awards in Rio de Janeiro - Awards voted for by airlines. Orlando International Airport (MCO) captured the top honor at the Routes Americas 2026 Awards, becoming the Overall Winner for the first time in the airport’s history. MCO was also honored once again as the top airport in the Over 20 Million Passengers category. These recognitions for air service development are esp

Brightline welcomed local community heroes onboard for the inaugural ride which took place on Monday, Feb. 16 from Orlando to Miami. Brightline has debuted its new Freedom Express train — a dynamic, exterior design in partnership with America250, the national nonpartisan organization established by Congress to lead the nation’s 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Brightline’s 10‑coach Freedom Express features a bold, patriotic wrap that

MCO is set to welcome the first Bobby’s Burgers by Bobby Flay to Florida. Award-winning chef, restaurateur, cookbook author, and TV personality Bobby Flay is set to join the ongoing food snd drink expansion of Orlando International Airport (MCO). The quick s ervice restaurant, "Bobby’s Burgers by Bobby Flay" will offer travelers from around the world a selection of made-to-order signature burgers, sides, and milkshakes all crafted by Bobby Flay himself, including the Bacon Cr

Central Florida’s largest brewery, Brewlando is clear for takeoff, bringing a Winery & Tasting Room experience to travelers from around the world at MCO. Brewlando, Orlando’s homegrown craft brewery, is proud to announce its involvement in the ongoing expansion of Orlando International Airport (MCO), bringing a taste of locally brewed beer to one of the nation’s busiest airports with The Winery and Tasting Room powered by Brewlando. As part of MCO’s continued growth and moder

The Ho Ho Holiday travel season has kicked off at MCO with the airport ready to welcome over three million passengers. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is preparing for what could be a record-breaking holiday travel season, with nearly 3.1 million passengers expected to arrive and/or depart during the Christmas and New Year’s travel period. The travel season, which begins Friday, December 19th, and runs through Monday, January 5th, 2026, shows an increase of 2.6 percent in

World-class shopping and dining are once again available to non-travelers at Orlando International Airport. Experience MCO is back - and it’s better than ever! World-class shopping and dining are once again available to non-travelers at Orlando International Airport (MCO), thanks to the return of the popular Experience MCO Visitor Pass Program, which offers even more to explore. Right now, guests can apply to visit the post-security areas of Terminal C as well as Terminals A

The holiday season has arrived, and MCO is bringing the joy with a delightful lineup of live entertainment. The countdown to the holidays is underway at Orlando International Airport (MCO). Passengers at Florida’s busiest airport will experience the festive atmosphere throughout the terminal complex with colorful holiday decorations and musical and entertainment acts performing throughout the month of December. “Holiday travel can be busier than usual, but it is our hope that

Six million Americans are expected to fly this Thanksgiving dtravel period with nearly 1.9 million traveling to and from Orlando. As the airlines resume normal flight operations following the FAA’s Emergency Order , Orlando International Airport may see a slight increase in passenger traffic for the Thanksgiving travel season with nearly 1.9 million travelers. “Orlando is usually one of the nation’s hottest travel destinations for the holiday season, and Orlando International

After transporting travelers for more than 5 million miles, about 200 trips around the Earth, the time has come to replace the Gate Link vehicles, tracks, and electrical control equipment between Terminals A/B and Gates 70-129. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is gearing up for a major upgrade project that will transform how passengers move through the airport. Beginning December 3, 2025, the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) will launch the Gate Link Replacement

DOT and FAA announce termination of FAA Emergency Order, with a return to normal operations. Travellers planning a trip in and out of Orlando International Airport can breathe easy as U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Bryan Bedford today announced that the agency’s flight reduction emergency order was terminated on Monday, November 17 at 6 am. The emergency order that was put in place to ease staffing pressure

The Federal Aviation Administration has announced it's implementing flight reductions across the country due to the government shutdown. The Federal Aviation Administration has said it would reduce flights across 40 airports as the longest government shutdown in history continues, with air traffic controllers unpaid since the shutdown began on October 1. The FAA has revealed a list of affected airports, with a phased reduction beginning at 4% of all flights, increasing to 10

Konnichiwa, Japan! Exciting news: MCO has entered the Asian-Pacific air service market, with ZIPAIR, set to operate four nonstop, charter flights to Tokyo from Feb. 23 to Mar. 10, 2026. For the first time in its history, Orlando International Airport will offer nonstop passenger charter service to Tokyo, enriching cultural ties and creating more opportunities for robust economic activity between two of the world’s most visited regions. The announcement was made at the Hotel N

The airline has revealed its top ten most searched destinations for the Thanksgiving travel period, and Orlando (MCO) is the number one destination for 2025. Spirit Airlines travelers are looking to flock to sunshine, beaches and big-city views this Thanksgiving, with Orlando (MCO) the number one destination for 2025. The airline has released its top 10 most searched destinations on spirit.com for the peak travel period of Nov. 25 through Dec. 1, 2025, with travelers opting

The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority is setting course on an ambitious and strategic vision to redefine world-class experiences at Orlando International and Orlando Executive airports. The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) has unveiled ambitious expansion plans for Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Orlando Executive Airport (ORL) over the next decade. A new strategic vision c entered on enhancing the customer experience and strengthening the Aviation Authority