5/ 5 reviews
Terminal & facilities
“This massive scale creates an immediate sense of psychological decompression, vastly different from traditional, claustrophobic terminals.”
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Airports / Florida / MCO
Large airport · MCO
Orlando International Airport.
Orlando, Florida · 96 ft elevation. 6 charter operators based here.
4.1/5
Google rating
64,519 ratings
6
Operators based
96
Elevation ft
Scheduled service
Orlando, FloridaELEV 96 FTLarge airportScheduled service
4.1
Google rating
64,519
Google reviews
ratings on Google
6
Based operators
charter operators on the field
2
FBOs on field
ramp, fuel and handling
96
Field elevation
feet above sea level
Field standing
6 operators
Charter fleet based on the field
More resident charter operators than 91% of the 651 US fields with a based fleet on the register.
7 nm
To the nearest alternate
Orlando Executive Airport (ORL), 6 fields within 50 nm.
Overview
Orlando International Airport (KMCO / MCO) is a large commercial airport serving Orlando, Florida. The airport sits 96 feet above sea level. Alongside scheduled airline service, the airport handles a steady flow of private and charter traffic.
The airport anchors local charter capacity, All In Jets, LLC, KLM Aviation, Inc., and National Airlines are based here, 6 in all. When weather or ramp space demands it, nearby options are Orlando Executive Airport (ORL, 7 nm), Kissimmee Gateway Airport (ISM, 11 nm), and Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB, 21 nm). With 4 runways, the longest 12,005-foot paved runway, MCO can typically accommodate aircraft as large as VIP airliners.
Planning a trip? The Orlando, FL destination guide covers routes, aircraft options, and what to expect on the ground. In directories and search listings it also appears under Disney World and Epcot Center. Compare rated operators or run a route through the cost estimator to gauge pricing from Orlando.
2 FBOs serve KMCO. Run one? Become the preferred FBO
Ramp services
FBOs on the field
Atlantic Aviation Orlando
Your FBO? Claim it, freeLocated at the Orlando International Airport, this state-of-the-art location offers the safety and security measures you expect from a larger airport with the customer service you can only get with the Atlantic Attitude. The best of Orlando, including world-class amusement parks and pristine golf courses, is just minutes away from our front door.
- Fuel
- Hangar
- Mon-Sun: 24 Hours
- Unicom 130.90
- Executive lounge
- Customs
- Conference room
- Wi-Fi
- Courtesy car
- Car rental
- Hotel help
- Hangar
- +5 more
- Phone
- Website
- Address
Signature Flight Support Orlando Int
Your FBO? Claim it, freeWelcome to Signature Flight Support Orlando (MCO), located minutes from all of the major theme parks. Whether your visit to Central Florida is for business or pleasure, our highly experienced staff is dedicated to provide you with a "Magical Experience.” Our facility offers 11 acres of aircraft parking and a modern terminal building to meet the demands of our customers.
- Fuel
- Hangar
- 24/7
- Unicom 122.95
- Executive lounge
- Customs
- Conference room
- Wi-Fi
- Cafe
- Vending
- Courtesy car
- Shuttle
- +21 more
- Phone
- Website
- Address
Directory data, unpaid. FBOs can take the Preferred slot above.
What fliers highlight.
From the stored review texts
4/ 5 reviews
Staff & service
“Surrounding carpeted zones and high-top tables effectively invite travelers to pause and ground themselves.As a professional mobility and environmental…”
Troy Cox5★ on Google
3/ 5 reviews
Easy in & out
“Processing through customs and security was incredibly efficient, with all transit lanes fully operational.Upon entering the main hub, the architecture opens…”
Troy Cox5★ on Google
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Field capability
ICAO
KMCO
IATA
MCO
FAA / Local
MCO
Elevation
96 ft
Coordinates
28.4294° N · 81.3090° W
Airspace
B · BravoClass B, BravoThe FAA's busiest airspace tier, major hubs like LAX or JFK. Every flight needs an explicit ATC clearance to enter, and charter jets are sequenced alongside airline traffic.Source: FAA NASR class airspace
Size
Large
Scheduled svc
Yes
Elevation vs FL fields
state range 3–213 ft
At 96 ft, MCO sits higher than 84% of the 90 Florida fields on the register.
Runways & aircraft access
4 runways
longest 12,005 ft
- 18L/36R12,005 ft × 200 ftAsphaltLighted
- 18R/36L12,004 ft × 200 ftConcreteLighted
- 17R/35L10,000 ft × 150 ftConcreteLighted
- 17L/35R9,001 ft × 150 ftAsphaltLighted
Which aircraft can operate here
vs longest paved runway 12,005 ft
MCO's 12,005 ft paved runway typically supports charter aircraft up to VIP airliners.
- Turboprop3,000 ft
- Light Jet3,500 ft
- Midsize Jet4,500 ft
- Super-Midsize Jet5,000 ft
- Heavy Jet5,500 ft
- VIP Airliner6,000 ft
Class minimums are sea-level planning rules of thumb. A specific aircraft's balanced-field length varies with weight, temperature, and field elevation. Confirm performance with the operator.
Based charter operators6
Access & alternates
Closest alternate fields by great-circle distance, every listing links to its own field brief.
- 7nmORLOrlando Executive AirportOrlando
- 11nmISMKissimmee Gateway AirportOrlando
- 21nmSFBOrlando Sanford International AirportOrlando
- 27nmTIXSpace Coast Regional AirportTitusville
- 34nmKTTSSpace Florida Launch and Landing FacilityTitusville
- 35nmLEELeesburg International AirportLeesburg
Destinations served
Location
Open the full mapKMCO · Orlando International Airport · Orlando, FL
From the ramp
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Flight times from here
Approximate nonstop block times from MCO on a typical midsize charter jet. Faster classes trim these; add positioning and taxi for the real schedule.
| Destination | Distance | Block time |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Beach (PBI) | 123 nm | 41m |
| Miami (MIA) | 167 nm | 47m |
| Nashville (BNA) | 536 nm | 1h 39m |
| Washington DC (IAD) | 660 nm | 1h 56m |
| Houston (HOU) | 736 nm | 2h 7m |
| New York (TEB) | 826 nm | 2h 19m |
| Dallas (DAL) | 844 nm | 2h 22m |
| Austin (AUS) | 862 nm | 2h 24m |
Common questions
- What size private jets can use MCO?
- Orlando International Airport's longest paved runway is 12,005 ft, which typically supports charter aircraft up to VIP airliners. Lighter classes (turboprops, light and midsize jets) operate comfortably; confirm exact performance for a specific tail with the operator, since balanced-field length shifts with weight, temperature, and elevation.
- What is the longest runway at MCO?
- Orlando International Airport has 4 runways; the longest measures 12,005 ft on a paved surface and is lit for night operations.
- Are there charter operators based at MCO?
- Yes. 6 charter operators list Orlando International Airport as a home base, including All In Jets, LLC, KLM Aviation, Inc., National Airlines. You can also request quotes from operators that reposition aircraft into the field.
- Which FBOs are at Orlando International Airport?
- 2 FBOs serve MCO: Atlantic Aviation Orlando and Signature Flight Support Orlando Int. Phone, website, hours, unicom and services for each are listed on this page. Call ahead for fuel, ramp space, and ground handling.
- What is the nearest major airport to MCO?
- The closest alternate is Orlando Executive Airport (ORL), about 7 nm away, followed by Kissimmee Gateway Airport (ISM) at 11 nm. Operators often position aircraft between these fields depending on ramp space and availability.
- How long is a flight from MCO to major cities?
- Typical block times on a midsize jet: Nashville about 1h 39m (536 nm), Washington DC about 1h 56m (660 nm), Houston about 2h 7m (736 nm). Faster classes trim these times; add positioning and taxi for the real schedule.