MCO Articles and News Stories

MCO, or Orlando International Airport, is the main entry point for many travelers heading to Walt Disney World. This page highlights major news and updates that could impact your travel plans, including airline changes, widespread delays or cancellations, and other significant developments affecting flights in and out of Orlando.


This Week in Disney – Sept 26

Hi friends, we made it to Friday, which means more than normal this week. This week has been stressful, to say the least. As all of you know, Florida got hit by a major hurricane, Hurricane Ian. A lot of the news and articles on the site this week were related to this storm. We This Week in Disney – Sept 26

Getting from the Orlando Airport to Disney: A Recent Review of FL Tours

*DIS Contributors review meals, resort stays, and entertainment that they have paid for during their own vacations. They only utilize discounts and offers if they are available to the general public, such as annual passholder discounts, Tables in Wonderland, or DVC membership discounts. They receive no additional compensation for dining experiences or events, so that Getting from the Orlando Airport to Disney: A Recent Review of FL Tours

Private Ground Transportation Now Available As Disney World Package Add-On

Private ground transportation between Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Walt Disney World Resort is now available as a package add-on. There are several options available including exclusive vans, sedans, SUVs, executive limousines, and stretch limousines. This private, direct ground transportation can be booked up to five days prior to your arrival. Round-trip transportation from Orlando Private Ground Transportation Now Available As Disney World Package Add-On

New Experiences Coming to Orlando Int’l Airport for Disney World’s 50th

There is a lot of excitement surrounding the 50th anniversary celebration of the Walt Disney World Resort and the Disney Parks Blog has just announced that Orlando International Airport (MCO) will join in on the fun as well! Travelers will discover new Disney touches throughout their journey at the airport including a new art installation New Experiences Coming to Orlando Int’l Airport for Disney World’s 50th

Brightline to Disney isn’t Happening Soon; How Will You Get from MCO to the Magic?

Those who were hoping that the announced Brightline rail spur leading from Orlando International Airport straight to Disney Springs would be an immediate replacement for Magical Express are going need another plan. Details of Brightline’s planned expansion, which were revealed this week in a meeting with leadership of the Central Florida Expressway Authority, has Disney Brightline to Disney isn’t Happening Soon; How Will You Get from MCO to the Magic?

COVID-19 Testing Site Coming to Orlando International Airport

It’s just been announced that AdventHealth will soon begin offering COVID-19 rapid tests at Orlando International Airport (MCO). Appointments are available beginning Friday, January 15th, but are not required for testing. Each antigen test will cost $65 and will produce results in 15 minutes. The testing site will be located within the airport’s main terminal. COVID-19 Testing Site Coming to Orlando International Airport

Disney’s Magical Express, Extra Magic Hours to be Discontinued

Updated to add a statement from Mears Transportation who operates Disney’s Magical Express thanks to Spectrum News’ Ashley Carter: Mears sent this statement about Disney ending its Magical Express service: pic.twitter.com/WrsmnQ1cjf — Ashley Carter (@AshleyLCarter1) January 11, 2021 The Walt Disney World Resort has just announced that beginning January 1, 2022, Disney’s Magical Express transportation Disney’s Magical Express, Extra Magic Hours to be Discontinued