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$100+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Orlando (MCO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MCO
Apr 21 — Apr 281
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Orlando
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Orlando. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 22, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2311:00 pm
LAX
-
MCO
1 stop7h 54m
Frontier
Mon 4/278:24 pm
MCO
-
LAX
1 stop22h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 3/19$189
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/112:46 pm
LAX
-
MCO
1 stop6h 48m
Frontier
Fri 5/89:56 am
MCO
-
LAX
1 stop10h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$190
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/512:31 am
LAX
-
MCO
1 stop16h 20m
Frontier
Wed 5/137:05 am
MCO
-
LAX
1 stop14h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 3/22$191
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/138:58 pm
LAX
-
MCO
1 stop29h 45m
Frontier
Tue 4/216:45 am
MCO
-
LAX
1 stop7h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 3/18$192
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/171:52 pm
LAX
-
MCO
1 stop7h 27m
Frontier
Fri 4/244:29 pm
MCO
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$193
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/611:50 am
LAX
-
MCO
1 stop9h 57m
Frontier
Mon 5/187:00 am
MCO
-
LAX
1 stop14h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/65:30 am
LAX
-
MCO
1 stop14h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/134:53 pm
MCO
-
LAX
1 stop10h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$195
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/159:04 pm
LAX
-
MCO
Nonstop5h 00m
Frontier
Wed 4/224:29 pm
MCO
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/111:11 am
LAX
-
MCO
1 stop6h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/216:45 am
MCO
-
LAX
1 stop7h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$197
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1210:51 pm
LAX
-
MCO
Nonstop4h 56m
Frontier
Tue 4/214:29 pm
MCO
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$198
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/63:28 pm
LAX
-
MCO
1 stop12h 12m
Frontier
Tue 5/199:00 am
MCO
-
LAX
1 stop27h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$199
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2012:08 pm
LAX
-
MCO
1 stop13h 01m
Frontier
Sun 5/317:56 am
MCO
-
LAX
1 stop12h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$200

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Orlando

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Orlando (MCO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(Frontier)

One-way from

$100
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$414

Good round-trip deal

$298 or less

Good one-way deal

$170 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles Los Angeles-Orlando flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Los Angeles Los Angeles-Orlando flights.
From Los Angeles Los Angeles to Orlando
One-way flight from Los Angeles Los Angeles to Orlando
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Los Angeles Los Angeles to Orlando.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Los Angeles Los Angeles to Orlando.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Orlando that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesOrlando

LAX - MCO

LAXMCO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 4/26

11:04 pm-6:54 am

Nonstop4h 50m

Orlando

Tue 4/28

8:15 am-10:54 am

Nonstop5h 39m

$277

Los AngelesOrlando

LAX - MCO

LAXMCO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 4/25

5:40 am-5:55 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Orlando

Sat 5/2

3:15 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$282

Los AngelesOrlando

LAX - MCO

LAXMCO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 5/3

11:15 pm-6:56 am

Nonstop4h 41m

Orlando

Fri 5/15

9:39 am-12:06 pm

Nonstop5h 27m

$297
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesOrlando

LAX - MCO

LAXMCO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 5/19

7:35 am-3:22 pm

Nonstop4h 47m

Orlando

Mon 6/22

6:20 am-8:34 am

Nonstop5h 14m

$322

Los AngelesOrlando

LAX - MCO

LAXMCO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 5/15

4:27 pm-12:23 am

Nonstop4h 56m

Orlando

Sat 5/23

5:17 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$332

Los AngelesOrlando

LAX - MCO

LAXMCO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 4/16

4:10 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 49m

Orlando

Thu 4/23

8:15 am-10:54 am

Nonstop5h 39m

$336

Los AngelesOrlando

LAX - MCO

LAXMCO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 5/4

11:15 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop4h 45m

Orlando

Thu 5/7

5:30 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$388

Los AngelesOrlando

LAX - MCO

LAXMCO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 6/9

10:40 am-6:48 pm

Nonstop5h 08m

Orlando

Fri 6/19

6:20 am-8:34 am

Nonstop5h 14m

$402

Los AngelesOrlando

LAX - MCO

LAXMCO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 5/4

11:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 59m

Orlando

Sat 5/9

7:00 am-9:14 pm

2 stops17h 14m

$425

Los AngelesOrlando

LAX - MCO

LAXMCO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 5/8

10:15 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop4h 45m

Orlando

Mon 5/11

6:05 am-8:32 am

Nonstop5h 27m

$457

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Compare providers for flights from Los Angeles to Orlando

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to Orlando in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Orlando Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Orlando Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Orlando Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Orlando Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Los Angeles-Orlando Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Orlando

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Orlando from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Orlando. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport (average of $69). Flying from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $201). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to MCO?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Orlando. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 22, 2026.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 40% on flights from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Orlando. Price data was last updated on March 14, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Orlando Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Paul Rubio

Expert on MCO

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

Reviews of airlines servicing Orlando

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Orlando. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Orlando. Reviews last updated March 22, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Orlando. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to Orlando?

    Most people fly from Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight from Los Angeles to Orlando. On average, Los Angeles has 36 outbound flights to Orlando per day from 7 airlines. Los Angeles Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport in 4h 41m. Fly via United Airlines, Southwest, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Los Angeles and Orlando Airport is about 2212 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport round-trip from $84. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $98, and Southwest, from $191. Users have found that Frontier is 76% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $45. Spirit Airlines flights start at $69 while deals on Southwest start at $81 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Orlando Airport from Los Angeles, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Azul (95%), Virgin Australia (90%), Copa Airlines( 87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $108. While the most popular route (Los Angeles Los Angeles - Orlando) can be booked for $159 on average, our data indicates $790 when flying from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Las Vegas?

    Las Vegas travelers tend to visit Fremont Street Experience, Stratosphere Tower, and Fountains of Bellagio more than anywhere else. Fremont Street Experience, Stratosphere Tower, and Fountains of Bellagio can be accessed by traveling approximately 5.9 mi, 4.3 mi, and 2.3 mi, respectively from Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl for about $61 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Houston?

    If you're on a layover in Houston and looking for things to do, consider visiting Space Center Houston, House of Blues Houston, or Revention Music Center. Those on a layover in Houston interested in visiting Space Center Houston, House of Blues Houston, or Revention Music Center can do so by traveling 33.5 mi, 16.1 mi, and 15.5 mi, respectively from Houston George Bush Intcntl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Houston can rent a car from Houston George Bush Intcntl for about $40 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Orlando Airport flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to Orlando that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to Orlando flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Orlando?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to Orlando.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to Orlando?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to Orlando by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport (average of $69). Flying from Los Angeles to Orlando Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $201). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Orlando

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to Orlando. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$84Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$191Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$192Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$196Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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