Orlando (MCO) to Rochester (ROC): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Orlando (MCO) to Rochester (ROC) effectively runs on two schedules. In September 2024, 94% of arrivals were on time; in July 2026 that fell to 45% — a 49-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 77% on-time against a national 78%.
- On-time
- 77%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 13 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.0%
- Flights/day
- 1.4
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 45m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 1,033 mi
Best airline from MCO to ROC
3 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit Airlinesmost reliable | 82% | 12 min | 1.7% | 459 |
| Southwest Airlines | 75% | 14 min | 0.6% | 628 |
| JetBlue Airways | 64% | 19 min | 0.0% | 92 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from MCO to ROC
Aim for departures around 8 a.m. (90% on-time); avoid 4 p.m. departures (61%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 75% | 17 min |
| Tuesday | 81% | 12 min |
| Wednesdaybest | 85% | 7 min |
| Thursday | 80% | 12 min |
| Friday | 70% | 17 min |
| Saturday | 77% | 11 min |
| Sunday | 73% | 18 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft26%
- Airline operations41%
- National airspace system27%
- Weather5%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from MCO to ROC delayed?
- 23% of MCO–ROC 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 13 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from MCO to ROC?
- Spirit Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 82%, based on 459 flights. 3 airlines flew MCO–ROC frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from MCO to ROC?
- Departures around 8 a.m. have the best record (90% on-time), while departures around 4 p.m. have the worst (61%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from MCO to ROC?
- The scheduled MCO–ROC flight time averages 2h 45m over 1,033 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 23% of the time.
- How often are MCO to ROC flights cancelled?
- 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 ROC?
- July 2026 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 45% of arrivals on time. The best was September 2024 at 94%. If your dates are flexible, that 49-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 1,179 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.