Memphis (MEM) to Orlando (MCO): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Memphis (MEM) to Orlando (MCO) effectively runs on two schedules. In October 2024, 95% of arrivals were on time; in July 2026 that fell to 56% — a 39-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 80% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (89% vs 70%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 80%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 14 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 2.2%
- Flights/day
- 2.0
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 3m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 684 mi
Best airline from MEM to MCO
2 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit Airlinesmost reliable | 83% | 13 min | 2.8% | 642 |
| Southwest Airlines | 79% | 14 min | 1.8% | 898 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from MEM to MCO
Aim for departures around 5 a.m. (95% on-time); avoid 6 p.m. departures (55%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 82% | 10 min |
| Tuesday | 83% | 12 min |
| Wednesday | 83% | 13 min |
| Thursday | 79% | 15 min |
| Fridaybest | 86% | 14 min |
| Saturday | 80% | 13 min |
| Sunday | 73% | 20 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft45%
- Airline operations24%
- National airspace system28%
- Weather3%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from MEM to MCO delayed?
- 20% of MEM–MCO 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 14 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from MEM to MCO?
- Spirit Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 83%, based on 642 flights. 2 airlines flew MEM–MCO frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from MEM to MCO?
- Departures around 5 a.m. have the best record (95% on-time), while departures around 6 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 MEM to MCO?
- The scheduled MEM–MCO flight time averages 2h 3m over 684 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 20% of the time.
- How often are MEM to MCO flights cancelled?
- 2.2% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-07 and 2026-07, slightly above the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from MEM to MCO?
- July 2026 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 56% of arrivals on time. The best was October 2024 at 95%. If your dates are flexible, that 39-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 1,552 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.