Flying from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Orlando International Airport (MCO): what you need to know
A direct flight from John Wayne Airport to Orlando International Airport takes on average 4 hours 44 minutes. The timezone in Orlando is UTC-4, making it 3 hours ahead of Santa Ana.
Flying during a peak month like July? Popular seasons (like spring break, summer and Thanksgiving) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from John Wayne Airport to Orlando International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between SNA and MCO include:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Dallas Love Field
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from John Wayne Airport to Orlando International Airport is $177. The cheapest price for a return flight is $330. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from SNA to MCO, book your journey 9 months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from John Wayne Airport to Orlando International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Finding a cheap ticket from SNA to MCO is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from John Wayne Airport to Orlando International Airport.
Handy information about John Wayne Airport (SNA)
John Wayne Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Santa Ana. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to SNA? If you're boarding an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Orlando International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Orlando International Airport (MCO)
If you're coming in on a late flight from John Wayne Airport to Orlando International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MCO:
Getting from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando
Orlando International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Orlando. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 22 minutes.
When to fly to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The quietest month for a flight from John Wayne Airport to Orlando International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Orlando based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from John Wayne Airport to Orlando International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Orlando during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from SNA to MCO sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Orlando
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best places to stay in Orlando right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from SNA to MCO:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Universal Orlando Resort, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Lake Eola Park are essential stops on your Orlando itinerary.
Complete your Orlando trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Orlando International Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Orlando holiday.