Guests flying into the Orlando International Airport for their Walt Disney world vacation got a fun start to their trip when they arrived. The airport has had Disney World 50th anniversary decorations up for guests to enjoy and get fun pictures with. Now, those decorations are being removed. Related –
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Orlando Airport named seventh busiest in the United States
The Orlando International Airport has been named the seventh busiest airport in the United States! Data released by the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority says that in 2021 the Orlando International Airport was the busiest airport in Florida and seventh busiest in the US. Related – Chef Art Smith opening a
Mears Connect no longer offers 20 minute Express Guarantee
Mears Connect has been operating since the first of the year, transporting guests from the Orlando airport to their Walt Disney World Resort hotel. The company offers two options for transportation: Standard and Express. The service has only been operating for a month and already changes are being made. Related
Private Ground Transportation now available to add to your Disney World Vacation
Private ground transportation has returned as an add-on option for your Walt Disney World vacation package! There are several options available, including exclusive vans, sedans, SUVs, executive limousines and stretch limousines. Private, direct ground transportation can be booked up to five days prior to arrival. Related – New Transportation service
Opening date announced for Terminal C at the Orlando Airport
Orlando International Airport is close to finishing its newest terminal. Terminal C at the airport has reached the 87% percent completion threshold. Related: Orlando Airport adds Mad Tea Party Photo-Op for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Below is a list of the scheduled plans: South Terminal C Opening Date Set
Beat the lines with new Reservation Lane at the Orlando Airport
If you are a fan of Disney’s FastPass line-skipping system, you’ll be happy to know that the Orlando airport has a similar system in place now! You can now reserve a time slot to go through security when you are departing from the Orlando International Airport. Related – Orlando Airport
Brightline Florida Expansion reaches major milestone
Another major milestone is reached on the Brightline Florida expansion! Recently leaders with Brightline reached their 50% construction milestone at the vehicle maintenance facility- located to the south the Main Terminal. The Orlando International Airport was built over 40 years ago and has seen many passengers and flights since then-
New Disney & Universal Stores coming to the Orlando Airport
The Orlando International Airport (MCO) is currently working on a new terminal. Plans were recently announced to build a new Disney store and a new Universal store in this terminal. Related – First Look at the real Wonder Woman plane at the Orlando Airport The new terminal (Terminal C) at
Mears Issues Statement About Disney’s Magical Express Service Ending
Earlier today we announced that Disney’s Magical Express would retire in January of 2022. This leaves guests considering other means of transportation to and from Walt Disney World. Related – Disney Announces They Will Replace Extra Magic Hours This afternoon, Mears, the company that operates Magical Express, released a statement about
260 workers at the Orlando International Airport have tested positive for the coronavirus
There is some recent concern regarding the actual number of reported COVID-19 cases. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis stated 260 workers at the Orlando International Airport have tested positive for the coronavirus after nearly 500 employees were tested. However, the airport management issues a statement on Twitter to clarify the number
Virgin Atlantic to Resume Flights to Orlando
Virgin Atlantic, a UK-based airline, will resume flights to Orlando International Airport on July 20, 2020. Virgin Atlantic is the main carrier from the UK to Orlando. Prior to COVID-19, the airline operated multiple direct flights per day to Orlando from both London and Manchester. The airline will now fly
Orlando International Airport is Rated the Best for United States
In recent news, Orlando International Airport was named the winner of the Best Large Airport in a popular vote. The airport received praise for its customer satisfaction as being the best in the eyes of consumers. The Orlando International Airport’s retail stores and award-winning art collection were among reasons for
The Busy Season Has Landed at Orlando International Airport
The busiest travel season of the year has arrived and Orlando International Airport is preparing for a wave of passengers coming through. Whether people have come to Orlando to see family or spend time at Walt Disney World, or maybe they’re coming home from somewhere else, there’s sure to be
Possible Train Station at Disney World in Advanced Negotiations
Earlier this year it was announced that Virgin Trains wanted to build a train station near Walt Disney World for a line that would run from Central Florida to South Florida. Disney and Virgin have both confirmed that they are in “advanced talks” about a station on or near theme-park
