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Cheap Flights from Houston to Orlando

Search IAH to MCO for Houston to Orlando, check PreCheck hours at Bush Intercontinental, and see how Brightline, LYNX and SunRail connect with the airport in Orlando.

IAH to MCO · 852 mi · 2h 27m est.

IAH to MCO
852 miles
2h 27m nonstop (estimated)
4 airlines in our fare results

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Houston to Orlando flight insights

Average flight time

~2h 27m (estimated)

IAH → MCO

Cheapest cached price

$149

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Prices shown may not be current. Last checked: Oct 2, 2026.

Planning a trip from Houston to Orlando? The average flight time on this route is ~2h 27m (estimated). The lowest fare we recorded on this route recently was $149 (last checked Oct 2, 2026); today's live fare for your dates can differ.

Houston to Orlando covers a straight-line distance of about 852 miles. Based on that distance, a nonstop flight would take approximately ~2h 27m (estimated). Actual flight time varies by airline, aircraft and routing.

Houston to Orlando at a glance

IAH to MCO is about 852 miles in a straight line. The curved line is an illustration; the route your airline flies may differ.

Route Quick Facts

Quick facts for flights from Houston to Orlando on Eazair
Origin	Houston (IAH)
Destination	Orlando (MCO)
Average Flight Time	~2h 27m (estimated)
Current Lowest Fare	$149
Fares Last Checked	Oct 2, 2026
Distance	852 miles (IAH to MCO)
Time in Orlando	1 hour ahead of Houston
Airlines in our fare results	4

Local time in Orlando is 1 hour ahead of Houston. Houston is on Central Time, Orlando on Eastern Time.

Flight deals from Houston to Orlando

On this route EazAir searches George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) in Houston and Orlando International (MCO). Orlando Sanford International (SFB) and Houston Hobby (HOU) are separate airports, so check the codes. United, American, JetBlue and Delta have appeared in EazAir's fare checks for this route. JetBlue lists Terminal C as its terminal at MCO, and American has its ticket counter in the Main Terminal.

IAH's Subway train runs before security, free, every 3 minutes from 3:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m., which helps if you are dropped at the wrong terminal. TSA PreCheck hours differ by checkpoint: IAH lists Terminal C North from 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Terminal E from 4 a.m. to 8 p.m. While the Terminal B ticketing lobby is closed until late 2026, Terminal B passengers use Terminal C for check-in and security, according to the airport's alerts page.

Brightline Orlando Station sits next to MCO's Parking Garage C. Brightline says passengers flying from Terminals A and B take the terminal link to the Main Terminal, and those flying from Terminal C cross a pedestrian bridge. SunRail has no airport stop: riders change at Sand Lake Road station to LYNX 11, 42 or 311, free with a valid SunRail ticket, and SunRail runs Monday to Friday only.

From 12 Sep to 2 Oct 2026, EazAir made its first 5 fare checks for IAH to MCO, each for the lowest one-way economy fare for one adult, departing 30 days later. The 5 checks returned 4 different results, the highest result was at least double the lowest, and the lowest result came on 17 Sep. JetBlue, American and Delta include a carry-on with their basic fares; United Basic Economy does not on domestic flights. Search your own dates, and check the final price, bags and fare rules on the partner site before you pay.

Airports for Houston to Orlando flights

Departure · Houston

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Central Time

Other airports near Houston: William P. Hobby (HOU)

Arrival · Orlando

Orlando International (MCO)

Eastern Time

About Orlando

Areas to know in Orlando

Winter Park
Thornton Park
International Drive

Weather in Orlando

Hot, humid summers with frequent afternoon thunderstorms; winters are milder and drier, a popular time to visit.

Houston to Orlando: airport and fare guide

Checked on 17 Oct 2026 against the airport, airline and transit pages listed under Sources. Airports and airlines change these details, so confirm them with your airline before you fly.

EazAir searches Houston with the IAH code, and Houston has more than one airport, so check the airport code on every result.

Orlando Sanford International (SFB), in Sanford, is a separate airport. Check which Orlando airport your ticket shows.

Houston Hobby (HOU) is a separate airport about 11 miles southeast of downtown.

Leaving from Houston George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

METRO Route 500 IAH Downtown Direct links downtown Houston, including the George R. Brown Convention Center, with IAH, stopping at Terminal E, Level 2, outside Door E201.
IAH lists drop-off on Departures Level 2 at Terminals A, C and E, and on Level 1 at Terminal D.
Terminal B passengers check in, drop bags and clear security at Terminal C while the Terminal B ticketing lobby is closed, according to the airport's alerts page.
IAH lists TSA PreCheck at Terminal A North from 4 a.m. to 6 p.m., Terminal C North from 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Terminal E from 4 a.m. to 8 p.m., with CLEAR at Terminal A North and Terminal C.
The Terminal D checkpoint has modified hours that vary by day, so check IAH's security page, which also shows checkpoint wait times.

Arriving at Orlando International (MCO)

Airline	MCO terminal
American	Ticket counter in the Main Terminal
JetBlue	Terminal C
Other airlines	Check your boarding pass or airline app.

Based on each airline's own MCO page. Gates can change, so check your boarding pass.

Brightline says passengers flying from Terminals A and B take the terminal link between the train station and the Main Terminal.
Terminal C connects to the Brightline Orlando station by a pedestrian bridge, according to Brightline.
Southwest says passengers ride trains to reach gates 100 to 129.
Southwest says the Gate Link is under construction from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m., when shuttles carry passengers between Terminal A and the gate area.

Getting from MCO	Where to board	Where it goes
Brightline	Brightline Orlando Station, by the terminal link from the Main Terminal (Terminals A and B) or the pedestrian bridge from Terminal C	Trains to West Palm Beach (about two hours) and Miami (three hours thirty minutes), according to Brightline. Brightline also lists Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton and Aventura stations. A fare applies.
LYNX buses 11, 42 and 311	Check LYNX for the airport stop	Sand Lake Road SunRail station. SunRail lists 12 minutes on Route 311, 16 on Route 11 and 17 on Route 42.
SunRail	No stop at the airport. Change to LYNX 11, 42 or 311 at Sand Lake Road station.	Commuter rail across the Orlando area. SunRail says it runs Monday to Friday only. A fare applies.

What the lowest fares include

Fare	Carry-on	Checked bag	Seat	Changes
Delta Main Basic	Delta says every passenger can bring one carry-on and one personal item free.	Delta charges for checked bags on domestic flights unless you qualify for a waiver, such as Medallion status or an eligible Delta SkyMiles American Express card.	Assigned after check-in. You may be able to buy a seat ahead of time for a fee.	Refunds are not allowed after the 24-hour risk-free cancellation window. Delta says a change or cancellation may be possible for a fee, with any value left as an eCredit.
American Basic Economy	Included, plus a personal item.	Not included, except for some AAdvantage status members and eligible cardmembers.	A free seat is assigned at check-in, or you can pay to choose one.	Generally not allowed. American describes a 24-hour window and some credit options on its Basic Economy page.
United Basic Economy	Not included on domestic flights. One personal item only, unless you are a MileagePlus Premier member, travel with one, or hold a qualifying MileagePlus card.	Not included; check United's bag fee calculator.	Assigned by United before boarding.	Changes may not be allowed. Refund if cancelled within 24 hours of booking, under United's 24-hour policy; after that, partial travel credit.
JetBlue Main Base (bookings made after 29 Jul 2026)	Included, plus a personal item.	Not included.	Costs extra.	Change fee plus any fare difference. Cancelling gives travel credit minus a fee.

Based on the airlines' own pages, checked on 17 Oct 2026. Fees are left out because they change often. Check the final price, bags and fare rules on the partner site before you pay.

How EazAir measured fares on this route

EazAir's first 5 fare checks from Houston to Orlando ran from 12 Sep to 2 Oct 2026. For the return direction, Orlando to Houston, EazAir's first 4 checks ran from 28 Sep to 17 Oct 2026. Each check asked partner travel sites for the lowest one-way economy fare for one adult, departing 30 days after the check. Results can include connecting flights. The highest result was at least double the lowest. The 5 checks returned 4 different results. The lowest result came on 17 Sep. With only 5 checks, this cannot show a pattern. Search your own dates for current prices.

Sources

Houston Airports: IAH alerts (Terminal B lobby) (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Houston Airports: METRO Downtown Direct (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Houston Airports: IAH security (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Houston Airports: IAH pick up and drop off (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
METRO: Airport bus nonstop (Route 500) (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
JetBlue: Orlando, FL (MCO) airport information (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Breeze: Flights from Orlando, FL (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
American: Orlando, FL (MCO) airport information (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: Airport information, MCO (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: MCO origins (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: MCO connections (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Brightline: Orlando station (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
SunRail: Train to Plane (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Delta Main Basic (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Fares and discounts (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Carry-on baggage (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Bags (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
American Airlines: Basic Economy (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
United: Basic Economy FAQ (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
JetBlue: Fare options (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EazAir fare checks for IAH to MCO, 12 Sep 2026 to 2 Oct 2026; MCO to IAH, 28 Sep 2026 to 17 Oct 2026

Frequently asked questions

When is TSA PreCheck open at IAH?

IAH lists PreCheck at Terminal A North from 4 a.m. to 6 p.m., Terminal C North from 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Terminal E from 4 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Which MCO terminal does JetBlue use?

JetBlue lists Terminal C at Orlando International. Terminal C connects to the Brightline Orlando station by a pedestrian bridge, according to Brightline.

Can I take a train from Orlando airport to Miami?

Brightline runs from its Orlando Station next to Parking Garage C. Brightline lists Orlando to Miami at three hours thirty minutes and Orlando to West Palm Beach at about two hours.

Does SunRail stop at Orlando International?

No. SunRail riders change at Sand Lake Road station to LYNX 11, 42 or 311, which SunRail says is free with a valid SunRail ticket. SunRail runs Monday to Friday only.

Do the lowest fares from Houston to Orlando include a carry-on?

JetBlue Main Base, American Basic Economy and Delta Main Basic include a carry-on plus a personal item. United Basic Economy includes only a personal item on domestic flights, with exceptions for some MileagePlus members.

How far is Houston from Orlando?

IAH and MCO are about 852 miles apart in a straight line. Flight times vary by airline, direction and routing, so check the scheduled time shown with each result.

Airline bag fees

Baggage allowances differ significantly between fare classes (Basic/Light vs. Standard/Flex) and can change over time. Always verify the exact allowance for your specific fare with the airline before you fly.

Checked bag fees from each airline's own website
Airline	Carry-on, basic economy	1st checked bag	2nd checked bag	Source
American Airlines	Included	$45	$55	aa.com, Sep 24, 2026
United Airlines	Not included	$40	$50	united.com, Sep 24, 2026
Delta Air Lines	Included	$45	$55	delta.com, Sep 24, 2026
JetBlue	Included	$45	$59	jetblue.com, Sep 24, 2026
Alaska Airlines	Included	$45	$55	alaskaair.com, Sep 24, 2026
Frontier Airlines	Not included	Varies	Varies	flyfrontier.com, Sep 24, 2026
Sun Country Airlines	Not included	Varies	Varies	suncountry.com, Sep 24, 2026

Domestic US fees per bag, each way, when paid online in advance. "Varies" means the airline prices bags by route and date.

Travel tips

Arrive early for domestic flights

TSA generally recommends arriving at least 2 hours before a domestic departure, more at larger hub airports during peak travel periods.

Pack a mixed carry-on

Keep a change of clothes, chargers, and any essentials in your carry-on rather than only your checked bag, in case of a delay or a bag that doesn't arrive with you.

Ease jet lag on longer routes

On longer cross-country flights, adjusting your sleep schedule a day or two before departure and staying hydrated in flight can reduce jet lag on arrival.

Screenshot your confirmation

Save a screenshot or PDF of your booking confirmation and boarding pass before you travel, in case you lose signal or battery at the airport.

Check in online when it opens

Most airlines open online check-in 24 hours before departure. Checking in early can help with seat selection and, on some airlines, boarding group assignment.