Find Out How Orlando International Airport Ranks Among The Busiest Airports In The United States
The numbers are out for the busiest airports in the United States for 2025. Find out where Orlando International Airport ranks.
Orlando International Airport
Orlando International Airport (MCO for short) is a busy airport. Many people traveling to or from Disney World or Universal Orlando use this airport as it is only about a half hour away.
MCO is consistently listed in the top 10 busiest airports in the United States due to the number of travelers visiting Central Florida. At over 11,000 acres, it is also one of the largest airports as well.
At over 11,000 acres it is also one of the largest airports as well. MCO announced a multi-year refurbishment. This will include its Gate Link vehicles, tracks, and electrical control equipment.
Seventh Busiest Airport
The Airports Council International - North America (ACI-NA) has released its 2025 North American airport traffic rankings. Orlando International Airport has moved up from 9th to now the 7th busiest airport in the United States.
MCO is the busiest airport in Florida and the 25th busiest airport in the world.
MCO saw an increase in travelers last year. In 2024, 57,211,629 passed through while last year (2025) the airport saw 57,675,573 travelers.
How You To Best Yourself To Travel Through MCO
To have the best experience at Orlando International Airport, airport officials have some tips. They recommend that travelers use the 3-2-1 timeline, especially when busier times are expected.
MCO recommends travelers use the 3-2-1 timeline. 3: Be at the ticket counter at least 3 hours prior to your departure time. 2: Head to security 2 hours prior to your departure time. 1: Be at your gate 1 hour prior to your departure time.
The 3-2-1 timeline is as follows: be at the ticket counter at least 3 hours before your departure time. Be sure to head to security 2 hours before your departure time, and be at your gate 1 hour before your departure time.
More helpful tips are to have TSA Precheck or MCO Reserve to help you speed through the TSA security checkpoint. Global Entry has recently resumed operations as well!
Another option for families is the "Families on the Fly" program. Also, be sure to have the Real ID for easier screening process.
And the most important thing that Airport officials recommend packing during this busy time…patience
Do you use Orlando International Airport when traveling to Disney World or Universal? Are you surprised that Orlando International Airport is the 7th busiest airport in the United States? Let us know in the comments below, and be sure to share this post with your friends!
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Source: Flymco.com
