Orlando (MCO) to Phoenix (PHX): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Orlando (MCO) to Phoenix (PHX) effectively runs on two schedules. In October 2024, 92% of arrivals were on time; in July 2024 that fell to 62% — a 30-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 78% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (87% vs 65%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 78%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 17 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 0.8%
- Flights/day
- 5.1
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 4h 48m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 1,849 mi
Best airline from MCO to PHX
3 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier Airlinesmost reliable | 81% | 13 min | 1.3% | 462 |
| Southwest Airlines | 79% | 13 min | 0.7% | 1,590 |
| American Airlines | 76% | 23 min | 0.8% | 1,643 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from MCO to PHX
Aim for departures around 6 a.m. (92% on-time); avoid 6 p.m. departures (60%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 75% | 24 min |
| Tuesday | 81% | 12 min |
| Wednesdaybest | 82% | 10 min |
| Thursday | 77% | 14 min |
| Friday | 80% | 14 min |
| Saturday | 80% | 13 min |
| Sunday | 71% | 31 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 operations31%
- National airspace system16%
- Weather13%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from MCO to PHX delayed?
- 22% of MCO–PHX 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 17 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from MCO to PHX?
- Frontier Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 81%, based on 462 flights. 3 airlines flew MCO–PHX frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from MCO to PHX?
- Departures around 6 a.m. have the best record (92% on-time), while departures around 6 p.m. have the worst (60%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from MCO to PHX?
- The scheduled MCO–PHX flight time averages 4h 48m over 1,849 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 22% of the time.
- How often are MCO to PHX flights cancelled?
- 0.8% 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 PHX?
- July 2024 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 62% of arrivals on time. The best was October 2024 at 92%. If your dates are flexible, that 30-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 3,695 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.