{ "response": { "Key": "MDE-ORL", "orig": { "code": "MDE", "type": "airport", "city": "Medellín", "fullCity": "Medellín, Colombia", "airport": "Medellin Jose Maria Cordova" }, "dest": { "code": "ORL", "type": "airport", "city": "Orlando", "fullCity": "Orlando, Florida", "airport": "Orlando Executive Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Medellín to Orlando?", "answer": "The flight from Medellín to Orlando covers about 1,590 miles and typically takes 4 hours in the outbound direction. The return leg is slightly shorter at 3 hours 45 minutes, a small difference driven by prevailing winds.", "methodology": "Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Medellín to Orlando?", "answer": "Yes, Avianca flies nonstop from Medellín (MDE) to Orlando (MCO) with one daily flight departing at 6:35 AM every day of the week. The flight takes about 4 hours, and typical fares run around $579. No other airline offers nonstop service on this route.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Orlando?", "answer": "Orlando International Airport (MCO) offers a range of ground transportation options: taxis, ride‑share services (Uber, Lyft), express bus (Lynx Link 311 to downtown in about 40‑50 minutes), on‑airport rental cars, and private shuttles. Ride‑share is the most popular choice because it’s convenient and widely available, while the express bus is the fastest budget option. Taxis provide flat‑rate service to downtown, and rental cars are plentiful if you prefer to drive yourself. There is no direct rail link, but the Brightline station at the airport connects to other Florida cities.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orlando_International_Airport", "title": "Orlando International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-30T20:55:24Z" }, { "url": "https://www.orlandoairports.net/", "title": "Orlando International Airport (MCO)", "time_published": "2026-07-20T08:27:21Z" }, { "url": "https://orlandoairports.net/getting-around-mco", "title": "Orlando International Airport (MCO)", "time_published": "2026-07-20T08:27:21Z" }, { "url": "https://faa.gov/sfb", "title": "Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) | Federal Aviation Administration", "favicon": "https://faa.gov/themes/custom/faa/favicon.png" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orlando_Executive_Airport", "title": "Orlando Executive Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-06T09:34:09Z" } ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Medellín to Orlando?", "answer": "No nonstop red‑eye flights operate from Medellín to Orlando, but a connecting overnight itinerary is available: JetBlue (B6) runs a red‑eye from San Juan (SJU) to Orlando (MCO) departing at 9:30 PM and arriving at 12:34 AM — since it lands just after midnight, it arrives in the early hours. The full trip includes a JetBlue flight from Medellín to San Juan and a roughly two‑hour layover in San Juan before the overnight leg.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Medellín to Orlando?", "answer": "Avianca operates the only nonstop service from Medellín (MDE) to Orlando (MCO), with a daily flight. The typical median fare for this route is around $579.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Medellín and Orlando?", "answer": "Common layover cities include Bogotá, Miami, Panama City and Fort Lauderdale. Bogotá offers domestic connections with no passport control, while Miami and Fort Lauderdale provide extensive U.S. networks and efficient immigration facilities for international arrivals. Panama City is a hub with streamlined transfers and visa-free transit for many nationalities, keeping total travel times competitive." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Orlando?", "answer": "January to April offers mild, dry weather and lower crowds outside spring break weeks." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Medellín to Orlando?", "answer": "Bring a valid passport, a U.S. visa or ESTA authorization, proof of onward or return travel, and a payment method for baggage fees. Check current health entry requirements for the U.S., as vaccination certificates may be needed." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Orlando?", "answer": "Orlando International Airport is the primary airport, located southeast of downtown and closest to the theme parks. Orlando Sanford International Airport is farther north, used mainly by low‑cost and charter airlines." }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Orlando airport?", "answer": "Orlando International Airport (MCO) does not have an on-site transit hotel, capsule hotel, or sleeping pods inside the terminals. However, several nearby hotels connected by free shuttle include the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport located inside the main terminal, and off-airport options like the Fairfield Inn Orlando Airport, which also offers a complimentary shuttle.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orlando_International_Airport", "title": "Orlando International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-30T20:55:24Z" }, { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/airport-hotels/transit-hotels.htm", "title": "Transit Hotels – Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2026-06-22T14:15:16Z" }, { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/orlando-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Orlando Airport Guide (MCO) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-08-06T07:54:01Z" }, { "url": "http://activities.marriott.com/north-america/usa/florida/orlando/activities/private_one_way_transfer_orlando_international_airport_to_orlando-XT3WPI", "title": "Private One-way Transfer Orlando International Airport To Orlando", "time_published": "2026-04-20T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.orlandoairports.net/", "title": "Orlando International Airport (MCO)", "time_published": "2026-07-20T08:27:21Z" }, { "url": "https://marriott.com/en-us/hotels/mcofa-fairfield-inn-orlando-airport/experiences", "title": "Things To Do | Fairfield Inn Orlando Airport", "favicon": "https://cache.marriott.com/Images/Mobile/MC_Logos/MarriottApple57x57.png" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Orlando Executive Airport?", "answer": "Orlando Executive Airport (ORL) is a general aviation reliever, and commercial flights from Medellín actually arrive at Orlando International Airport (MCO). MCO offers free Wi‑Fi throughout the terminals. Currency exchange and prayer rooms are not mentioned among the listed amenities, so information on those services could not be confirmed.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orlando_International_Airport", "title": "Orlando International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-30T20:55:24Z" }, { "url": "https://www.orlandoairports.net/", "title": "Orlando International Airport (MCO)", "time_published": "2026-07-20T08:27:21Z" }, { "url": "https://orlandoairports.net/getting-around-mco", "title": "Orlando International Airport (MCO)", "time_published": "2026-07-20T08:27:21Z" }, { "url": "https://faa.gov/sfb", "title": "Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) | Federal Aviation Administration", "favicon": "https://faa.gov/themes/custom/faa/favicon.png" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orlando%20International%20Airport", "title": "Orlando International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T15:50:57Z" } ] }, "q16": { "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Medellín and Orlando airports?", "answer": "Orlando International Airport (MCO) provides a barrier‑free path throughout the facility, with elevators, companion‑care restrooms (including adult changing tables), TTY/TDD phones, visual paging, service‑animal relief areas, and a Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Lanyard Program; assistance can be arranged through your airline, and it’s best to request wheelchair or skycap services at least 48 hours ahead. José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) in Medellín offers accessible infrastructure, including ramps, elevators, and dedicated lanes at check‑in and security, and travelers with disabilities or reduced mobility should contact their airline at least 48 hours before departure to arrange assistance. At MCO, children can enjoy the Terminal B play area (post‑security near Gates 70‑129) and the Terminal A play area (near Gates 1‑29), while MDE has a small children’s play zone in the domestic boarding area, and families can also request early boarding or stroller gate‑check through their airline.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/José_María_Córdova_International_Airport", "title": "José María Córdova International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-19T12:06:25Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?oldid=1356775606&title=Jos%C3%A9_Mar%C3%ADa_C%C3%B3rdova_International_Airport", "title": "José María Córdova International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2004-08-17T15:27:57Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jos%C3%A9%20Mar%C3%ADa%20C%C3%B3rdova%20International%20Airport", "title": "José María Córdova International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-28T11:50:41Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?id=1356775606&page=Jos%C3%A9_Mar%C3%ADa_C%C3%B3rdova_International_Airport&title=Special:CiteThisPage&wpFormIdentifier=titleform", "title": "Cite This Page", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Medellín_Airport", "title": "Medellín Airport", "time_published": "2019-12-29T10:16:27Z" }, { "url": "https://www.orlandoairports.net/", "title": "Orlando International Airport (MCO)", "time_published": "2026-07-20T08:27:21Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orlando_International_Airport", "title": "Orlando International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-30T20:55:24Z" }, { "url": "https://www.orlandoairports.net/getting-around-mco/accessibility/", "title": "Accessibility - Orlando International Airport (MCO)", "time_published": "2015-08-10T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://faa.gov/sfb", "title": "Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) | Federal Aviation Administration", "favicon": "https://faa.gov/themes/custom/faa/favicon.png" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orlando%20International%20Airport", "title": "Orlando International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T15:50:57Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Medellín to Orlando?", "answer": "The nonstop Medellín–Orlando flight is typically operated with an Airbus A320-100. Connecting itineraries most often use an Airbus A320-200 Neo or A320-100 via Bogotá on Avianca or LATAM, or a Boeing 737-800 and 737 MAX 8 via Panama City on Copa Airlines, with a few options via Miami or San Juan on American or JetBlue. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but the A320 family and 737 family dominate this route.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Medellín to Orlando?", "answer": "Avianca (AV) is the only carrier operating nonstop service from Medellín (MDE) to Orlando (MCO), and it belongs to Star Alliance. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but no other airline flies it nonstop.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Medellín?", "answer": "At José María Córdova International Airport in Medellín, there are several lounge options depending on your terminal and flight type. In the domestic terminal, The Lounge Medellin Nacional offers complimentary day beds, premium food, and a full bar; it's accessible via Priority Pass, LoungeKey, or by paying at the door, with a maximum 4-hour stay and one free child under 12 per cardholder. The international terminal has The Lounge Medellin International, which adds showers, a children's room, and conference rooms to the same core amenities, also available through lounge membership programs or day passes. Additionally, Harmony Lounge operates both a domestic (Nacional) and international (Internacional) location, each open from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, though specific access details are less widely published—check with your airline or lounge program for eligibility. Note that airline-branded lounges like Delta Sky Club or Avianca Sala VIP are not confirmed at this airport, so independent lounges are your primary option.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/MDE/The-Lounge-Medellin-Domestic-Terminal-KQlpb8y4sO", "title": "The Lounge Medellin at José María Córdova International Airport | Amex US", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/MDE/The-Lounge-Medellin-International-International-Terminal-BYzRp1Irxl", "title": "The Lounge Medellin International at José María Córdova International Airport | Amex US", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/colombia/jose-maria-cordova-international", "title": "José María Córdova International Airport MDE Lounges - MDE Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/José_María_Córdova_International_Airport", "title": "José María Córdova International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-19T12:06:25Z" }, { "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/colombia/jose-maria-cordova-international", "title": "José María Córdova International Airport MDE Lounges - MDE Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "favicon": "https://my.prioritypass.com/icon.png?a4ff481221414a5c", "time_published": "2024-11-05T16:20:09Z" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Medellín to Orlando?", "answer": "Baggage policies on Medellín–Orlando depend on the airline and fare class. Basic economy tickets typically do not include a checked bag and may restrict carry-ons to a personal item only. Standard international economy fares usually include one checked bag and a carry-on." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Medellín to Orlando?", "answer": "Flights from Medellín to Orlando usually feature Economy and flat-bed Business class, with Premium Economy occasionally available on select airlines." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies depend on the airline and fare purchased; flexible and premium cabin tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy typically does not." } } } }