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ORLANDO, FL. – Following an executive order by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, all passengers arriving at Orlando International Airport (MCO) from the Greater New York area will be screened by health officials upon arrival. The executive order, issued Monday evening, affects passengers arriving on direct flights from New York, Connecticut and New Jersey. Anyone arriving […]

ORLANDO, FL. – Hours of operations for concessionaires have started to change at Orlando International Airport (MCO) in response to a decrease in passenger traffic as a result of concerns associated with Coronavirus. “We are in close communication with our concession providers to evaluate the needs of our airport guests and the operational desires of […]

ORLANDO, FL. – On the second day of the expanded federal travel ban, which affected flights to Europe, the United Kingdom and Ireland, Orlando International Airport (MCO) leaders continue to monitor passenger traffic numbers and track changes in air service schedules. “We have seen a precipitous decrease in air service to the Orlando market because […]

ORLANDO, FL. – Between the expanded federal international travel restrictions in effect beginning today and the overall decrease in leisure and business travel, Orlando International Airport (MCO) leaders are prepared for a slowdown in passenger traffic at the state’s busiest airport. Federally and locally-mandated decisions are affecting airport operations and the following is information on […]

ORLANDO, FL. – Leaders at Orlando International Airport remain committed to maintaining a healthy and safe environment for the traveling public and employees alike. At this time, we continue the enhanced cleaning schedule that was previously enacted as a result of both COVID-19 concerns and the beginning of flu and cold season. Below is updated […]

ORLANDO, FL. – As a result of the presidential proclamation by President Donald J. Trump restricting specific international travel into the United States, flights to and from Orlando International Airport may be affected. The proclamation suspends the entry of most foreign nationals coming to the United States if they have visited certain European countries during […]

ORLANDO, FL. – The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) remains committed to maintaining the safety, health and well-being of employees and passengers at Orlando International Airport and Orlando Executive Airport. As part of our ongoing preparedness efforts, Orlando International Airport (MCO) maintains frequent communications with local, state and federal health officials regarding Coronavirus Disease 2019 […]

ORLANDO, FL. – As part of our ongoing preparedness efforts, Orlando International Airport emergency management leaders met with officials from The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), local & county public health officials, EMS agencies, law enforcement and federal partners this afternoon to discuss potential scenarios and review the airport’s emergency health plans, which […]

ORLANDO, FL. – For years one of the biggest concerns heard from travelers at Orlando International Airport was the lack of a gas station on airport property. Today that concern has been answered with the grand opening of a new 7-Eleven service travel plaza, located across from the Intermodal Terminal Facility and “C” parking garage […]

ORLANDO, FL – Orlando International Airport (MCO) closed 2019 with record-breaking domestic and international traffic, ending the year with a staggering 50.6 million annual passengers visiting Florida’s busiest airport. Total passenger traffic was up 6.1 percent last year compared to 2018, a direct result of the thriving Central Florida economy and success within the region’s […]