Orlando (MCO) to Richmond (RIC): On-Time Performance
Data through May 2026
Orlando (MCO) to Richmond (RIC) effectively runs on two schedules. In November 2024, 94% of arrivals were on time; in February 2026 that fell to 59% — a 35-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 73% 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
- 73%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 19 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.6%
- Flights/day
- 3.4
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 3m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 667 mi
Best airline from MCO to RIC
3 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-06 and 2026-05.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JetBlue Airwaysmost reliable | 77% | 16 min | 1.5% | 1,228 |
| Spirit Airlines | 71% | 21 min | 2.5% | 485 |
| Southwest Airlines | 62% | 24 min | 0.8% | 365 |
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 (50%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 70% | 22 min |
| Tuesday | 83% | 11 min |
| Wednesdaybest | 83% | 9 min |
| Thursday | 71% | 17 min |
| Friday | 74% | 19 min |
| Saturday | 73% | 20 min |
| Sunday | 64% | 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 aircraft34%
- Airline operations36%
- National airspace system25%
- Weather5%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from MCO to RIC delayed?
- 27% of MCO–RIC flights arrived 15 or more minutes late (the US DOT definition of a delay) between 2024-06 and 2026-05. 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 1,228 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 (50%). 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 27% of the time.
- How often are MCO to RIC flights cancelled?
- 1.6% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-06 and 2026-05, at or below the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from MCO to RIC?
- February 2026 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 59% of arrivals on time. The best was November 2024 at 94%. If your dates are flexible, that 35-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 2,082 flights, 2024-06–2026-05. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-07-01.