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- To downtownNo train downtown. Lynx city bus from Terminal A Level 1 (spaces A38–A41), $2, slow. Metered taxi about $38–45. Brightline goes to South Florida, not downtown Orlando.details
- Uber / LyftTerminals A and B pick up on the Arrivals curb, Level 2 (also Departures Level 3 from 9 pm to 2 am). Terminal C picks up on the Arrivals curb, Level 6. Follow "Ride App" signs.details
- Between terminalsA and B are two sides of one building, cross on Level 3. For Terminal C take the free Terminal Link train from under the Hyatt (look for the big blue C), 4 min, 24 h, then walk the bridge from the Train Station.details
- NursingNursing rooms and Mamava pods before and after security in every terminal, including near gates 10–19, 20–29, 30–39, each 70–99 concourse, 100–110, 101, C234, C238, C244 and the check-in halls.details
Getting to and from the airport 11
Brightline to West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, MiamiTrain Train Station Level 5. From Terminal C go to Level 4 and cross the pedestrian bridge. From A/B take the Terminal Link (under the Hyatt, "big blue C") to the Train Station, then up to Level 5.
About 2 h to West Palm Beach, 3 h 30 to Miami. It does not serve downtown Orlando or the theme parks. Brightline has no dedicated parking; closest lots are Discovery and Endeavour surface lots.
Taxi standsTaxi Terminal A Level 1, spaces A22–A25. Terminal B Level 1, spaces B30–B34. Terminal C Arrivals curb, Level 6. Train Station Level 1.
Up to 9 passengers for the same fare. Mears Taxi, Diamond, Quick Cab and Town & Country are the permitted companies; all regulated by the City of Orlando.
Lynx city busesBus Terminal A Level 1 (ground transportation), Commercial Lane spaces A38–A41
Links 11, 42, 51, 311, 407 and 436S serve the airport. Destinations include downtown Orlando, Florida Mall, Convention Center, Premium Outlets, SeaWorld and Sand Lake Road SunRail. Slow but cheapest; many trips need a transfer.
SunRail commuter rail via Sand Lake RoadTrain + bus Take Lynx 11, 42 or 311 from Terminal A Level 1 (spaces A38–A41) to Sand Lake Road SunRail station, 12–17 min
No direct rail to the airport yet. SunRail reaches downtown Orlando (Church Street, LYNX Central) and the northern suburbs; no weekend service.
Mears shared shuttle vansShared shuttle Level 1 commercial curbs. Terminal A spaces A19–A21, Terminal B spaces B76–B78, Terminal C spaces C200–C204.
Mears Destination Services is the airport's official ground-transport concessionaire (855-463-2776). Pay at the booth; Visa, MasterCard, Amex.
Hotel and resort shuttlesHotel shuttle Level 1 commercial lanes. Terminal A spaces A1–A4 and A42–A45, Terminal B spaces B1–B4 and B40, Terminal C spaces C270–C271, Train Station spaces C7–C8. Universal's SuperStar Shuttle at A30–A33 and C282–C283.
Disney no longer runs a free airport bus. Call your hotel from the curb if the shuttle is not waiting.
On-airport rental carsCar rental A/B counters on Level 1; cars on garage levels R1/R2 (Sixt P1). Terminal C counters on Level 4 and the Train Station Level 5; cars on Garage C levels C1/C2.
Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Payless, Sixt, Thrifty. Pick up a free Visitor Toll Pass (A Level 1, B Level 1 near carousel 28B, C Level 4) and decline the rental company's toll programme.
Off-airport rental car shuttlesCar rental Level 1 shuttle stops. Terminal A spaces A11–A13, Terminal B spaces B60–B62, Terminal C spaces C277–C278, Train Station spaces C3–C4.
Fox, Easirent, Green Motion, Routes and about 30 others run free shuttles to their lots. Allow extra time on return.
Free cell phone lotsPickup waiting lot North and South lots off the terminal access roads, signed from the entrance
Drivers wait here; curbs at Level 2 (A/B) and Level 6 (C) allow only active loading. Allow 20 min after landing, 40 with checked bags. The North lot has a pet relief area.
Nothing matches where you are — ground transport is all before security.
Between terminals 4
Terminal Link (A/B ↔ Train Station ↔ Terminal C)Inter-terminal train A/B station on Level 3 under the Hyatt, between the Gates 70–129 checkpoint and Terminal B check-in (look for the big blue C). Arrives at Train Station Level 3; then cross the pedestrian bridge to Terminal C Level 4, about 1,200 ft.
4-minute ride. You must be landside; airside connections between A/B and C mean re-clearing security. From Gates 1–59 allow 5–10 min walk to the station.
Terminal B ↔ Terminal C shuttle busInter-terminal bus Terminal C Level 1, space C272. Terminal B Level 1, space B65 (the airport's accessibility page says B16; follow signs).
Step-free alternative to the Terminal Link and the garage walk. Drops at Terminal B; walk across Level 3 for Terminal A.
Gate Link trains to the gate concoursesAirside train Just past each checkpoint. Gates 1–59 checkpoint (west end of A/B) serves Gates 1–29 and 30–59. Gates 70–129 checkpoint (east end, under the Hyatt) serves Gates 70–99 and 100–129.
To change concourse within a pair, ride back to the hub and board the other Gate Link without exiting; if you leave the secure area you re-clear. The 70–129 Gate Link is being replaced; overnight shuttle buses may substitute.
Crossing between Terminal A and Terminal BWalk Level 3 (Departures). A and B are opposite sides of one building, 525 ft apart.
Levels 1 and 2 do not connect across; go up to Level 3 with your bags and walk over.
Nothing matches where you are — change the terminal or security filter to see all.
Families and nursing 18
Mamava nursing podNursing pod Near the entrance to gates 10–19
Lockable Mamava pod. Airport says pods are "throughout the terminal buildings"; unlock method not stated, so expect the free Mamava app as at other airports.
Nursing room Near gates 20–29
Mamava nursing podNursing pod Near the entrance to gates 30–39
Nursing rooms (one per concourse)Nursing room One on each of the three concourses, gates 70–79, 80–89 and 90–99
Airport gives no gate numbers within each concourse; follow restroom signage.
Mamava nursing podNursing pod Near the entrance to gates 100–110
Nursing room Near gate 101
Nursing rooms, check-in hallNursing room Level 3, one across from the Spirit check-in counters and one across from the Southwest counters
Nursing rooms, check-in hallNursing room Level 3, one across from the Delta check-in counters and one across from the United counters
Mamava nursing pod, bag claimNursing pod Level 2 (bag claim), across from carousel 24
Handy on arrival; the only pod on the arrivals level of A/B.
Nursing rooms, Terminal C gatesNursing room Level 2, near gates C234 and C238, and near gate C244
A further room sits at the entrance to gates C230–C238, just past security.
Nursing rooms, Terminal C before securityNursing room Level 1 (ground transportation), Level 2 (check-in) and Level 4 near the bridge to Garage C
The airport's list is slightly garbled for Terminal C; the Level 1 and Level 4 rooms also appear on its terminal map.
Nursing rooms, Train StationNursing room Level 1 by the women's restroom, Level 3 south of the Terminal Link platform, Level 5 next to the Brightline station
Family / companion care restroomsFamily washroom Every level of A, B, C and the Train Station. Airside at gates 1–9, 20–29, 30–39, 80–89, across from gates 103 and 123, and next to gates C234, C238, C242, C244.
All have an adult changing table. Landside in A/B look across from the Southwest, Frontier, Delta and United check-in counters on Level 3.
Florida soft-play areaPlay area Level 1 (ground transportation), before security
Soft-play elements, Florida carpet map and trivia kiosk for small children. Landside, so use it before you clear security.
Interactive Family ZonePlay area Level 3, near the food court, before security
Motion-based digital games on screens with cameras; no climbing equipment.
Flybrary reading nookPlay area Level 2, near gate C240
Small library and reading corner for kids. Open whenever Terminal C is operating.
Stroller / pushchair rentalStroller rental Wrap 'n Fly on Terminal A Level 1; Hold My Luggage on Terminal B Level 1
Both are ground-level concessions near bag claim exits. Hours and prices are not published by the airport.
Formula, breast milk and baby food through securityPolicy Security screening
Formula, breast milk, toddler drinks and baby food over 3.4 oz / 100 ml are allowed in carry-on; the child need not be with you. Tell the officer at the start and take them out of your bag. Ice packs allowed. Rules are TSA's.
Nothing matches where you are — change the terminal or security filter to see all.
Lounges 7
The Club MCO (Gates 1–29)Pay-in lounge Gates 1–29 concourse, next to XpresSpa
- Priority Pass, LoungeKey, DragonPass
- Amex Platinum (enrol first)
- Day pass, about $50 online
Anyone with a boarding pass can use it, but if you fly from Gates 30–59 you leave the concourse via the Gate Link hub, no re-clearing needed; from 70–129 you must re-clear security. Kids' room.
The Club MCO (Gates 70–99)Pay-in lounge Near gate 91, next to the InMotion store
- Priority Pass, LoungeKey, DragonPass
- Amex Platinum (enrol first)
- Day pass, about $50 online
Showers and a children's play area. Serves Gates 70–99 and 100–129 (switch Gate Links inside security). Entry up to 3 h before departure, space permitting.
American Airlines Admirals ClubAirline lounge Gates 30–59 concourse, near gate 55
- American / oneworld business and first (international, transcon)
- Admirals Club members and Citi / AAdvantage Executive cardholders
- oneworld Sapphire / Emerald on AA or oneworld tickets
Airport confirms the gate area; the "near gate 55" detail is from NerdWallet (2024).
Delta Sky ClubAirline lounge Gates 70–99 concourse, near gate 71
- Delta One and SkyTeam international business/first
- Sky Club members (not on Basic Economy)
- Amex Delta Reserve / Platinum (visit limits apply)
No day passes sold. Airport confirms the gate area; gate 71 is from NerdWallet (2024).
United ClubAirline lounge Gates 30–59 concourse, near gate 43
- United Polaris / Star Alliance business and first
- Star Alliance Gold on international Star Alliance flights
- United Club members and United Club card; one-time pass via the United app
Airport confirms the gate area; gate 43 is from NerdWallet (2024).
USO Welcome CenterMilitary lounge Level 1 (ground transportation), west end, before security
- Active-duty US military, Reserves and Guard, and their immediate families
Sleeping room, children's room, snacks, gaming stations. Not open to retirees or veterans per the airport's FAQ wording.
Nothing matches where you are — change the terminal or security filter to see all.
Accessibility 4
Annie's Space sensory roomSensory room Terminal A before security, near the food court, across from Truist Bank
Calming room for travellers with sensory sensitivities and their families. No food or drink, children must be accompanied. Non-emergency help 407-825-3177. Landside only; nothing equivalent airside.
Adult changing tablesAssisted changeroom In every family / companion care restroom (see family-restrooms for the list)
Adult-size changing tables in all companion care restrooms. No hoist is mentioned. All public restrooms are wheelchair accessible.
Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyardHidden disabilities Information booths throughout the terminals
Discreet signal to staff that you may need extra help or time. Bring a boarding pass or itinerary. Does not give fast-track at security; arrange that with your airline and TSA Cares.
Wheelchair and skycap assistancePolicy Request through your airline before you fly, or at its check-in counter
Wheelchairs and skycaps come from the airline, not the airport. No level change between check-in and gate in any terminal. For a wheelchair for your whole trip, Visit Orlando (407-363-5872) has a rental list.
Nothing matches where you are — change the terminal or security filter to see all.
Rest, showers, quiet 2
Interfaith chapelPrayer / quiet room Terminals A/B, just past the Gates 1–59 security checkpoint (west end), before the Gate Link trains
Boarding pass required. No organised services. The MCO Chaplains app lists other serenity spaces and lets you contact a chaplain. No chapel is listed for the 70–129 side or Terminal C.
Hyatt Regency day stay (pool, gym, shower)Day room / pool Hyatt Regency inside the A/B building, above the Gates 70–129 checkpoint; lobby from Level 3 Hotel Atrium
Only way to get a shower or pool between flights without a lounge. Rooftop pool, fitness centre, restaurant. Landside, so re-clear security afterwards.
Nothing matches where you are — change the terminal or security filter to see all.
Pets and service animals 8
Service animal relief area, Terminal APet relief area Level 2 (bag claim), east end of the building, outside, to the right as you exit
Service animal relief area, Terminal BPet relief area Level 2 (bag claim), west end of the building, outside, to the right as you exit
Indoor relief area, Gates 1–29Pet relief area On the wing for gates 20–29, by its entrance
Pets must otherwise stay in an airline-approved carrier inside the terminal.
Indoor relief area, Gates 30–59Pet relief area On the wing for gates 40–49, by its entrance
Indoor relief area, Gates 70–99Pet relief area On the wing for gates 90–99, by its entrance
The airport's FAQ says gates 90–99 (twice); its accessibility page says 80–89. Follow signage.
Indoor relief area, Gates 100–129Pet relief area Across from gate 121, by the entrance to gates 121–129
Indoor relief areas, Terminal C gatesPet relief area Level 2, next to gates C238, C241 and C242
Relief area, international arrivalsPet relief area Level 6, immediately before international bag claim
For arriving passengers before customs.
Nothing matches where you are — change the terminal or security filter to see all.
Services 6
Free airport Wi-FiWi-Fi All public areas
Network name "MCO Internet". No time limit stated. Only this SSID is the airport's; ignore look-alikes. Move away from crowds if it is slow.
Hold My Luggage bag storageLuggage storage Level 1 (ground transportation)
Also rents strollers. The only bag storage the airport lists; hours and rates not published. Nothing in Terminal C.
Lost and Found officesLost and found Terminal A Level 1 (main office); Terminal C Level 1 near the elevators
File online (Boomerang system). Terminal C items move to Terminal A at 16:00 daily. Items left on a plane or in a rental car go to the airline or rental company.
Hyatt Regency Orlando International AirportHotel Inside the A/B building, above the Gates 70–129 security checkpoint; enter from the Level 3 Hotel Atrium
445 rooms, 20 accessible rooms, the only hotel inside the airport. Pre-security, so open to non-travellers. From Terminal C take the Terminal Link (4 min). Valet from the Departures curb.
Luggage cartsBaggage carts Parking garages, rental car areas, bag claim and curbs
Carts may not go through security in Terminals A and B. In Terminal C customs, carts are paid but you may keep them after exiting.
MCO Reserve timed security slotSecurity booking Dedicated MCO Reserve lane at each checkpoint (Gates 1–59, Gates 70–129, Terminal C)
Book up to 7 days ahead, scan the QR code at the lane, then normal TSA screening. Limited slots. Not needed if you have PreCheck or CLEAR.
Nothing matches where you are — change the terminal or security filter to see all.
Last full review 2026-10-26. "Unconfirmed" means a reputable third-party source we couldn't confirm on the airport's own pages. Gates and pickup zones change; report an error.