Orlando International Airport Readies for Record- Breaking Spring Break Travel!
Are you traveling to Orlando or Disney World in the next few weeks?
Saturday, March 4th, was the official start of MCO’s Spring Break travel period, and the airport is ready to manage the anticipated large number of travelers.
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Spring Break travel includes a 46-day travel period that runs from March 4th-April 18th. MCO anticipates approximately 7.3 million passengers during the 46-day period.
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MCO released these numbers early last week, stating they represent an anticipated 13% increase (nearly 1 million more travelers) over last year’s 2022 travel numbers.
Are you one of these Spring Break passengers coming to MCO? The airport has released a number of tips and information to help you enjoy a smooth flying experience.
Record Travel Numbers
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The current daily travel record at Orlando International Airport is 90,804 departures in March 2019. The second busiest day was just last weekend with 89,863 departures.
MCO anticipates the following busiest Spring Break travel dates:
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Travel Tips
- Travelers should allow plenty of time to park, check baggage, and go through security processing.
- Arrive at least 3 hours prior to your departure time.
- Follow TSA security checkpoint rules.
Pack as lightly as possible.
- Do not pack firearms or weapons in your carry-on luggage.
- Print or download your boarding pass prior to arriving at the airport.
- Reserve a time-slot to go through security with MCO Reserve.
Additional Resources
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Below are additional travel resources to assist travelers passing through MCO.
- For Security Questions, please visit Ask TSA
- Check the MCO website for updated parking availability: https://bit.ly/41Bdg22
- Reserve a security time-slot for an exclusive, shorter lane for free at: https://bit.ly/3LU2Ph1.
- Download the OIA app for security wait times, updates,and more: http://orlandoairports.net/app
- Call the info centers from 6am-10pm for immediate assistance: 407-825-2352.
