Orlando (MCO) to Milwaukee (MKE): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Orlando (MCO) to Milwaukee (MKE) effectively runs on two schedules. In November 2024, 88% of arrivals were on time; in August 2025 that fell to 55% — a 33-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 75% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (91% vs 60%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 75%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 15 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.1%
- Flights/day
- 3.9
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 56m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 1,066 mi
Best airline from MCO to MKE
3 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier Airlinesmost reliable | 83% | 10 min | 1.3% | 316 |
| Spirit Airlines | 82% | 14 min | 2.0% | 392 |
| Southwest Airlines | 73% | 16 min | 0.9% | 2,336 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from MCO to MKE
Aim for departures around 7 a.m. (97% on-time); avoid 9 p.m. departures (55%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 74% | 15 min |
| Tuesdaybest | 82% | 11 min |
| Wednesday | 82% | 11 min |
| Thursday | 73% | 15 min |
| Friday | 74% | 16 min |
| Saturday | 72% | 17 min |
| Sunday | 72% | 19 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft50%
- Airline operations28%
- National airspace system16%
- Weather5%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from MCO to MKE delayed?
- 25% of MCO–MKE 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 15 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from MCO to MKE?
- Frontier Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 83%, based on 316 flights. 3 airlines flew MCO–MKE frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from MCO to MKE?
- Departures around 7 a.m. have the best record (97% on-time), while departures around 9 p.m. have the worst (55%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from MCO to MKE?
- The scheduled MCO–MKE flight time averages 2h 56m over 1,066 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 25% of the time.
- How often are MCO to MKE flights cancelled?
- 1.1% 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 MCO to MKE?
- August 2025 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 55% of arrivals on time. The best was November 2024 at 88%. If your dates are flexible, that 33-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 3,044 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.