Orlando International Airport (MCO) – Terminal Guide & Travel Tips

Orlando, United States · MCO · North America

Terminal Guide

TerminalAirlinesNotes
Terminal A (Gates 1–29)Delta domestic,Southwest,Spirit,Breeze Airways
Terminal B (Gates 70–129)American,United,British Airways,Air Canada,Norwegian
Terminal C (South Terminal Complex, new 2023)JetBlue,Frontier,Avelo,Sun Country

Lounge Directory

LoungeLocationAccess
Delta Sky ClubDelta Sky Club membership, Amex Platinum/Reserve (limited visits)
United ClubUnited Club membership, United MileagePlus Club card
American Admirals ClubAdmirals Club membership, Citi AAdvantage Executive card
British Airways GalleriesBA Business/First class, oneworld Emerald

Pro Tips

  • MCO is overwhelmingly a tourist airport — security lines are unpredictable; Disney and Universal crowds arrive in waves early morning.
  • Check-in kiosks and bag drop lines at peak times (Monday mornings, Friday afternoons) can take 30+ minutes — arrive well ahead.
  • The new Terminal C is modern and less crowded but farther from the main hub; confirm your terminal in advance.
  • Mears Connect is the cheapest non-rideshare option to Disney property; book in advance for best price.
  • Car rental is popular at MCO due to Florida's spread-out attraction geography — book early, especially for peak holiday weeks.
  • Arriving at MCO during Spring Break or Christmas week? Add 30 extra minutes to every estimate.
  • The Hyatt Regency inside the airport is convenient for early morning departures or late arrivals.

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