Travel to Orlando
and Getting Around Orlando

Travel to Orlando - plan your travel the smart way! Get the tips and know-how before you go.
Orlando is a sprawling metro area and it will pay-off if you know what to expect ahead of time. Destinations considered to be in the Orlando metro area include Kissimmee, Winter Park, Lake Buena Vista and International Drive.

For more information on the lay of the land, see my Orlando maps and driving guide

Orlando International Airport (MCO)

If you travel to Orlando by plane, you're most likely to arrive into Orlando's MCO airport. This provides the gateway to the area for 94,000 visitors per day. It's a major US airport with flights to cities across the US, UK, Europe, the Caribbean and many more countries worldwide...

Orlando airport is located just 6 miles south east of Orlando's downtown district. It's well-served by shuttle services, taxis and car rental companies. It even has 4 on-site hotels!

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Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB)

This is Orlando's second largest airport. It's not as close to the city and it's many attractions as MCO, but nevertheless it is a major arrival point for many domestic and European visitors. This airport has mainly charter flights from carriers such as Thomas Cook and Thompson. There are scheduled flights - these mainly serve US cities and European cities.

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International Drive Trolley

If you're traveling to Orlando from overseas and don't relish the prospect of driving in an unfamiliar city, then consider using the I-Ride Trolley.

It serves south Orlando's International Drive district - one of the main tourist areas of Orlando. It's a convenient and cheap way to see all of Orlando's main attractions, shopping centers, nightlife and theme parks. There are literally hundreds of places you can visit.

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Orlando Rental Cars

Travel to Orlando and around the area is mostly by car. There are many advantages of renting a car for your visit. It's true that traveling by car is the most speedy and convenient way to get around. Like many cities in the US - car is king!

Did you know that the Orlando car rental market is the world's busiest? Not only does this mean there is great choice, but also that you should never have to pay full price.

Check out our guide to Orlando car rentals

Orlando Taxis

Travelling by taxi in Orlando can save you money on hotel parking, theme park parking and on rental cars. There are many different taxi companies to choose from. Find out which companies to use and how much your taxi trip should cost when travelling around Orlando.

Please see our guide to Orlando taxis.

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