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.


Get a Preview of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge With New Artwork at Orlando International Airport

Travelers passing through Orlando International Airport (MCO) will now get a taste of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge without ever stepping foot into Disney’s Hollywood Studios with new immersive art installations and photo opportunities. This weekend MCO revealed art installations celebrating the new land, include wraps on the shuttle stations, the first time someone has been Get a Preview of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge With New Artwork at Orlando International Airport

Orlando International Airport Sees 6 Percent Increase in Passengers for Fiscal 2019

For the fiscal year ending in September 2019, the Orlando International Airport (MCO) saw a record 6% increase in total passengers. While September itself was down due to Hurricane Dorian, the first monthly decline in over two years, MCO still nearly reached the 50 million passenger mark for the year. Domestic travel – up 5.15% Orlando International Airport Sees 6 Percent Increase in Passengers for Fiscal 2019

Minnie Van Airport Transfers Can Now be Added to Walt Disney World Resort Packages

According to Walt Disney World‘s website, guests can now add Minnie Van transfers to and from Orlando International Airport to their WDW resort vacation packages. Minnie Van transfers can be added to Walt Disney World Resort packages up to six months in advance. Guests can arrange a one-way or round-trip booking by calling Disney, or Minnie Van Airport Transfers Can Now be Added to Walt Disney World Resort Packages

Mears Now Partnering with Uber Taxi at Orlando International Airport

Mears has expanded its partnership with Uber and, beginning today, Uber Taxi will be available at Orlando International Airport (MCO). Guests accessing the Uber app, will now see “Taxi” alongside UberXL or UberBlack. UberTaxi will be available outside doors 14 and 20. Rates are the same as standard Mears taxi rates. Source: FOX35 Image: MCO Mears Now Partnering with Uber Taxi at Orlando International Airport

Orlando International Airport Issues Traffic Advisory Ahead of Presidential Visit

Tuesday’s planned visit by President Donald Trump to the Orlando area will likely affect the roadways in and around Orlando International Airport (MCO). On Twitter today, MCO shared some tips that travelers should keep in mind Tuesday afternoon and evening. Passengers are encouraged to arrive at the airport early. If entering from the south, drivers Orlando International Airport Issues Traffic Advisory Ahead of Presidential Visit

Virgin Trains Plans to Open Orlando Airport and Walt Disney World Stations at the Same Time

Late last year, we reported that a high speed rail station was being proposed for Walt Disney World, now Virgin Trains (formerly Brightline) has confirmed that it intends to open that station around the same time that their station at Orlando International Airport (MCO) is complete. The expansion would connect Orlando to Tampa and Miami. Virgin Trains Plans to Open Orlando Airport and Walt Disney World Stations at the Same Time

Flight Delays at Orlando International Airport After Suicide Inside the Terminal

UPDATED: 5:13pm: The delays at Orlando International Airport are affecting Disney Cruise Line passengers as well. Official aboard the Disney Wonder commented that some travelers were having trouble making their flights from Orlando to San Juan, Puerto Rico, where the ship will dock tomorrow. The Wonder is currently on a 7-Night Southern Caribbean Cruise, returning Flight Delays at Orlando International Airport After Suicide Inside the Terminal

Newly Reimagined Magic Of Disney Store Opens at Orlando International Airport

Folks traveling through Terminal B of the Orlando International Airport can stop by the reopened Magic of Disney store located near the atrium of the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport at the beginning of their vacation or for last-minute gifts on their way home as the store has just reopened with a new “open and contemporary” design. Newly Reimagined Magic Of Disney Store Opens at Orlando International Airport

Walt Disney World Stop Proposed for Brightline/Virgin High Speed Rail System

Guests visiting the Walt Disney World Resort could be seeing an easier commute to Orlando International Airport and Tampa in the future, thanks to a possible Brightline stop in the theme park area. Brightline has previously announced plans to run the high-speed passenger rail from Miami to Orlando, with Orlando International being the final stop, Walt Disney World Stop Proposed for Brightline/Virgin High Speed Rail System

Record-Breaking Crowds Expected at Orlando International Airport over Thanksgiving Holiday

If you’ve flown into Orlando for a Walt Disney World Resort vacation, you’re probably aware of how busy Orlando International Airport can be. Guests arriving or departing during the Thanksgiving holiday season should expect even more congestion, as the airport is planning on a record-breaking number of visitors. Orlando International Airport(MCO) released a statement breaking Record-Breaking Crowds Expected at Orlando International Airport over Thanksgiving Holiday