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Is Orlando Airport close to Disney?

Approximately 20 minutes away from the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel, the Orlando International Airport is the perfect choice for domestic or international travel when flying into Orlando.



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Orlando Airport Shuttle The airport shuttle service is an economical transportation option that connects you from the airport to your Disney Resort hotel.

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Orlando International Airport (MCO) is only about 20 minutes from Walt Disney World Resort, and it's about 17-19 miles depending on what part of the resort you are traveling to.

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Taking a standard Uber vehicle from Orlando International Airport to Walt Disney World Resort costs around $35. The price increases to above $40 if you request a specialty vehicle. Add to that, an Uber ride between the airport and Disney World takes less than 30 minutes.

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Magical Express, the free bus transportation between Walt Disney World Resort Hotels and Orlando International Airport (MCO), was discontinued at the end of 2021 after more than 15 years in operation. Here's a roundup of your new, for-pay options when planning to get between the airport and Disney World.

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Even though the Magical Express service has been discontinued, you're still able to take a shuttle bus or passenger van from Orlando Airport to Disney World. Shuttles and vans can be a great option and they may end up being the most economical choice depending on how large your family or group is.

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How many days should you spend in Disneyland parks? Though there are just 2 parks at Disneyland Resort, there are still plenty of attractions and things to do. Ideally, you should plan on spending a total of 3-4 days in the parks to cover most everything, including rides, characters, shows, and fireworks.

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There are multiple transportation options between Orlando International Airport and Walt Disney World, including shuttle buses, Uber and Lyft, private car services, and more. This guide covers MCO to WDW ground transportation, pricing, comparisons, and more. Plus, updates on supply/demand and price increases.

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An estimated taxi fare from Orlando Internation Airport to Disney World is around $70 or so. This is just about double the cost of an Uber for the same route. So, while they are convenient and you won't have to make stops along the way, you will pay considerably more than an Uber ride.

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Most Common Trip Length – 4 or 5 Days: This trip length works well for most people because you can visit all four Disney World theme parks, even possibly enjoy a second day at a favorite park, and it fits within most people's work vacation limits.

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Visit Both Miami And Orlando In One Trip But you don't have to choose between them – Orlando is only 250 miles (400 kilometers) away from Miami, and it's easy to get from one to the other.

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In fact, Disney World is only about 9 miles away from Universal Studios, which means, if you are driving the most direct route in good traffic, the journey time is only approximately 15 minutes. Universal Studios is located closest to Orlando, found towards the Southwest of the city.

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Bus Transportation Take in the sights as you travel to and from all Disney theme parks via air-conditioned bus! Guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels can take advantage of complimentary bus service to and from all 4 theme parks, Disney Resort hotels and the Disney Springs Area.

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According to the Uber site, the average route price to get from LAX to Disneyland is $73 and takes around 45 minutes. Uber XL accommodates larger groups of up to 6 passengers. This costs roughly $109 for a ride to Disneyland from LAX.

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However, when planning a trip to the Disneyland Resort, expect lower crowds from mid-September through mid-November (before the Thanksgiving break). Mid-January through mid-March is another time when potentially lower crowds are expected.

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While two days is a great amount of time to see most things the parks have to offer, it will not allow you to fully experience to parks. Disney if full of live entertainment, characters, attractions, and delicious food. We recommend a 4-5 day trip to enjoy everything the parks have to offer.

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Buying a package does not usually give you a bigger discount than buying everything separately. BUT, occasionally they do run discounts for packages, and they'll even offer free dining as an add-on for certain resorts. If you're unfamiliar with Disney's Dining Plan, read about it here.

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15 Ways to Do Disney on a Budget
  1. Spend some days at the park and some days at the pool. ...
  2. Skip the Park Hopper and visit one park per day. ...
  3. Buy Disney gift cards at a discount. ...
  4. Pay for food as you go—with cash. ...
  5. Bring your own food. ...
  6. Arrive just before the park opens. ...
  7. Use PhotoPass photographers (but don't buy the package).


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