Orlando International Airport Articles and News Stories


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

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

Minnie Van Service Now Available Between Orlando International Airport and Disney World Resort Hotels

Guests staying at any Walt Disney World Resort hotel can now use Minnie Vans for travel to and from Orlando International Airport. While Minnie Van transportation within Walt Disney World property can be arranged through the Lyft app, the Minnie Vans’ airport shuttle service reservations must be made by calling (407) WDW-PLAY. The hours of Minnie Van Service Now Available Between Orlando International Airport and Disney World Resort Hotels

International Travelers to Face New Powder Restrictions When Flying to the United States

Soon travelers flying to the United States from international airports will be subject to the same TSA rules on powder that have already been implemented at domestic airports. Beginning June 30th, containers of powder larger than 12 ounces that are in carry-on bags could be subject to extra screening or banned from the airplane cabin. International Travelers to Face New Powder Restrictions When Flying to the United States

Orlando International Airport’s Upcoming South Terminal Adds More Gates

The new South Terminal Complex being built at Orlando International Airport (MCO) isn’t even scheduled to open until spring of 2021, but the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) Board voted today to add additional gates. The terminal plans now include three additional gates, which will be able to accommodate up to six more narrow body Orlando International Airport’s Upcoming South Terminal Adds More Gates