Traveling from Orlando to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO): what you need to know
Planning your vacation starts with working out where you'll leave from in Orlando. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Orlando to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO) taking off from here.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 10 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Orlando to Grand Bahama International Airport.
Freeport (where Grand Bahama International Airport is located) and Orlando share the UTC-4 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
With 2 direct flights a week between the two airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO) is the most popular route. Bahamasair operates the earliest flight at 10:15. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from MCO to FPO is with Bahamasair at 11:15.
Your flight from Orlando to FPO won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
With more travelers during busy periods like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You can book a direct flight from Orlando to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO) leaving from Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Bahamasair is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Orlando to Grand Bahama International Airport taking off from MCO.
We make it easy to book a flight from Orlando to FPO with a stopover. To see your options departing from Orlando International Airport (MCO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MCO and FPO include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
To reach MCO from central Orlando, it'll take about 22 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Catching an early flight from Orlando to Grand Bahama International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Orlando International Airport:
About Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Orlando to Grand Bahama International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FPO instead:
Getting from Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO) to central Freeport
Grand Bahama International Airport is approximately 8 kilometers from the center of Freeport. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 9 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO)
For a one-way ticket from Orlando to Grand Bahama International Airport, $138 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just $322. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary based on availability.
Book 8 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Orlando to FPO.
The cheapest month for tickets from Orlando to Grand Bahama International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Orlando to FPO. There's no need to search every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll let you know when the price changes.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Orlando to Grand Bahama International Airport. Simply enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Orlando to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO)
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Orlando to Grand Bahama International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Freeport, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Schedule your flight from Orlando to FPO for August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Freeport to range from 26ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 18ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap flights from Orlando to Grand Bahama International Airport sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Freeport
Once you've booked your flight from Orlando to Grand Bahama International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Freeport:
Bahamian Brewery and Garden of the Groves are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Freeport travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Xanadu Beach.
Complete your Freeport trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Orlando to Grand Bahama International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Freeport. Check out the exclusive deals and easily compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.