Cleveland (CLE) to Orlando (MCO): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Cleveland (CLE) to Orlando (MCO) effectively runs on two schedules. In May 2026, 89% of arrivals were on time; in January 2026 that fell to 66% — a 23-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 79% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (86% vs 69%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 79%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 18 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.3%
- Flights/day
- 5.8
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 34m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 895 mi
Best airline from CLE to MCO
4 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Airlinesmost reliable | 88% | 9 min | 0.9% | 1,187 |
| Spirit Airlines | 78% | 26 min | 1.6% | 128 |
| Southwest Airlines | 77% | 19 min | 0.2% | 492 |
| Frontier Airlines | 75% | 22 min | 1.7% | 2,382 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from CLE to MCO
Aim for departures around 7 a.m. (91% on-time); avoid 8 p.m. departures (63%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 76% | 24 min |
| Tuesday | 83% | 10 min |
| Wednesdaybest | 87% | 9 min |
| Thursday | 79% | 17 min |
| Friday | 79% | 20 min |
| Saturday | 78% | 18 min |
| Sunday | 73% | 25 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft47%
- Airline operations30%
- National airspace system21%
- Weather2%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from CLE to MCO delayed?
- 21% of CLE–MCO flights arrived 15 or more minutes late (the US DOT definition of a delay) between 2024-07 and 2026-07. The average arrival delay across completed flights was 18 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from CLE to MCO?
- United Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 88%, based on 1,187 flights. 4 airlines flew CLE–MCO frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from CLE to MCO?
- Departures around 7 a.m. have the best record (91% on-time), while departures around 8 p.m. have the worst (63%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from CLE to MCO?
- The scheduled CLE–MCO flight time averages 2h 34m over 895 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 21% of the time.
- How often are CLE to MCO flights cancelled?
- 1.3% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-07 and 2026-07, at or below the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from CLE to MCO?
- January 2026 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 66% of arrivals on time. The best was May 2026 at 89%. If your dates are flexible, that 23-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 4,189 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.