Philadelphia (PHL) to Orlando (MCO): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Philadelphia (PHL) to Orlando (MCO) effectively runs on two schedules. In November 2024, 88% of arrivals were on time; in July 2025 that fell to 59% — a 29-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 (83% vs 59%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 72%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 23 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 2.3%
- Flights/day
- 15
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 42m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 862 mi
Best airline from PHL to MCO
4 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit Airlinesmost reliable | 78% | 18 min | 3.6% | 1,347 |
| Southwest Airlines | 74% | 17 min | 0.9% | 1,280 |
| American Airlines | 73% | 21 min | 2.2% | 5,369 |
| Frontier Airlines | 69% | 31 min | 2.6% | 3,284 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from PHL to MCO
Aim for departures around 7 a.m. (90% on-time); avoid 6 p.m. departures (55%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 70% | 31 min |
| Tuesday | 80% | 14 min |
| Wednesdaybest | 80% | 13 min |
| Thursday | 69% | 24 min |
| Friday | 70% | 23 min |
| Saturday | 72% | 24 min |
| Sunday | 67% | 29 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft46%
- Airline operations26%
- National airspace system24%
- Weather4%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from PHL to MCO delayed?
- 28% of PHL–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 23 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from PHL to MCO?
- Spirit Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 78%, based on 1,347 flights. 4 airlines flew PHL–MCO frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from PHL to MCO?
- Departures around 7 a.m. have the best record (90% 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 PHL to MCO?
- The scheduled PHL–MCO flight time averages 2h 42m over 862 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 28% of the time.
- How often are PHL to MCO flights cancelled?
- 2.3% 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 PHL to MCO?
- July 2025 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 59% of arrivals on time. The best was November 2024 at 88%. If your dates are flexible, that 29-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 11,280 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.