Orlando (MCO) to Memphis (MEM): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Orlando (MCO) to Memphis (MEM) effectively runs on two schedules. In September 2024, 95% of arrivals were on time; in August 2025 that fell to 54% — a 41-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 76% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (84% vs 69%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 76%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 18 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.7%
- Flights/day
- 2.0
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 13m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 684 mi
Best airline from MCO to MEM
2 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit Airlinesmost reliable | 78% | 17 min | 2.0% | 639 |
| Southwest Airlines | 74% | 18 min | 1.4% | 898 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from MCO to MEM
Aim for departures around 7 a.m. (93% on-time); avoid 8 p.m. departures (48%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 73% | 21 min |
| Tuesdaybest | 82% | 11 min |
| Wednesday | 78% | 15 min |
| Thursday | 75% | 17 min |
| Friday | 79% | 17 min |
| Saturday | 76% | 16 min |
| Sunday | 70% | 24 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft39%
- Airline operations28%
- National airspace system27%
- Weather6%
- Security1%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from MCO to MEM delayed?
- 24% of MCO–MEM 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 MCO to MEM?
- Spirit Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 78%, based on 639 flights. 2 airlines flew MCO–MEM frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from MCO to MEM?
- Departures around 7 a.m. have the best record (93% on-time), while departures around 8 p.m. have the worst (48%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from MCO to MEM?
- The scheduled MCO–MEM flight time averages 2h 13m over 684 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 24% of the time.
- How often are MCO to MEM flights cancelled?
- 1.7% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-07 and 2026-07, slightly above the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from MCO to MEM?
- August 2025 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 54% of arrivals on time. The best was September 2024 at 95%. If your dates are flexible, that 41-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 1,549 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.