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ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando International Airport (MCO) today is debuting a new button program, “Memories Created in Orlando,” which invites travelers to capture unforgettable moments during their journey through our airport. With each button, travelers have a chance to celebrate special occasions, share their love for MCO, and take home a unique keepsake that highlights […]

Orlando, Fla. – Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Air France are thrilled to announce the launch of a new nonstop route connecting Central Florida to Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG), starting May 21, 2025.* This service marks Air France’s return to MCO, further elevating Orlando’s position as a premier global gateway and offering a seamless travel […]

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) has solidified a long-term operational relationship with one of its oldest airline partners. The GOAA board approved a landmark lease agreement on Wednesday with United Airlines for a new Maintenance Repair Overhaul (MRO) complex at Orlando International Airport (MCO), creating a valuable opportunity for future aeronautical […]

A vision for a more integrated and seamless travel experience at Orlando International Airport (MCO) continued to take shape today. The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) board were notified of two procurement packages that will keep construction of a future Consolidated Rental Car (ConRAC) facility moving forward. GOAA will be issuing Requests for Statements of […]

ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando International Airport (MCO) resumed full commercial passenger operations today, following extensive cleanup from the debris left by Hurricane Milton. “Our crews did an amazing job of assessing damage as quickly as possible, and then clearing roadways and preparing equipment to receive passengers,” said Kevin J. Thibault, Chief Executive Officer of the […]

ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando International Airport will begin receiving domestic arrivals this evening in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton. No domestic departures will take place tonight. The airport will begin processing departures and international flights, as normal, tomorrow morning, Friday, October 11. Airport officials are urging the public to avoid coming to the airport tonight […]

ORLANDO, Fla. – Several crews were dispatched this morning to assess damage at Orlando International Airport in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, which hit the Central Florida area overnight with powerful wind gusts and rain. Both Orlando International (MCO) and Orlando Executive Airport (ORL) remain closed to commercial and private passenger operations. Greater Orlando Aviation […]

ORLANDO, Fla. – As of 8 a.m. today, Orlando International Airport (MCO) ceased commercial operations in preparation of Hurricane Milton. Orlando Executive Airport (ORL) ceased operations as of 10 p.m. Tuesday, October 8. While operations have ceased, the airports are not closed and will remain open to accept emergency aid and relief flights as necessary. […]

ORLANDO, Fla. – The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) will cease commercial passenger operations at 8 a.m. Wednesday, October 9, at Orlando International Airport (MCO), and 10 p.m. Tuesday, October 8, at Orlando Executive airport (ORL). Crews are increasing their activity with storm preparations as Hurricane Milton barrels toward Central Florida. While these airports will […]

ORLANDO, Fla. – On Wednesday morning, October 9, Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Orlando Executive Airport (ORL) will cease commercial passenger and private operations in advance of Hurricane Milton, a move made in coordination with our partners. The airport is not closed and will remain open to accept emergency/aid and relief flights as necessary. We […]