Orlando (MCO) to Richmond (RIC): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Orlando (MCO) to Richmond (RIC) effectively runs on two schedules. In November 2024, 94% of arrivals were on time; in July 2026 that fell to 58% — a 36-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 72% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (86% vs 62%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 72%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 19 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.6%
- Flights/day
- 3.3
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 3m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 667 mi
Best airline from MCO to RIC
3 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JetBlue Airwaysmost reliable | 77% | 16 min | 1.5% | 1,307 |
| Spirit Airlines | 71% | 21 min | 2.4% | 451 |
| Southwest Airlines | 60% | 24 min | 0.7% | 408 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from MCO to RIC
Aim for departures around 6 a.m. (96% on-time); avoid 5 p.m. departures (52%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 68% | 22 min |
| Tuesday | 82% | 13 min |
| Wednesdaybest | 82% | 10 min |
| Thursday | 69% | 18 min |
| Friday | 73% | 19 min |
| Saturday | 73% | 19 min |
| Sunday | 63% | 26 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft36%
- Airline operations35%
- National airspace system24%
- Weather5%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from MCO to RIC delayed?
- 28% of MCO–RIC 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 19 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from MCO to RIC?
- JetBlue Airways has the best on-time record on this route at 77%, based on 1,307 flights. 3 airlines flew MCO–RIC frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from MCO to RIC?
- Departures around 6 a.m. have the best record (96% on-time), while departures around 5 p.m. have the worst (52%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from MCO to RIC?
- The scheduled MCO–RIC flight time averages 2h 3m over 667 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 28% of the time.
- How often are MCO to RIC flights cancelled?
- 1.6% 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 RIC?
- July 2026 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 58% of arrivals on time. The best was November 2024 at 94%. If your dates are flexible, that 36-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 2,182 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.