Flying from Orlando to Key West International Airport (EYW): what you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Orlando to Key West International Airport (EYW). Explore your options for setting off from Orlando International Airport (MCO) or Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB), two of the city's main airports.
Hop on a direct flight from Orlando to Key West International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Key West (where Key West International Airport is located) and Orlando share the UTC-4 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
The most popular route is from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Key West International Airport (EYW), with 17 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MCO to EYW is the 08:00 Allegiant Air option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 14:15 with Silver Airways.
To ensure you get on your flight from Orlando to EYW, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're getting away during a popular month like July, get to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Orlando to Key West International Airport (EYW) depart from this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Orlando to Key West International Airport with Silver Airways. This well-known airline offers services from MCO.
MCO is about 32 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 22 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Orlando to Key West International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Orlando International Airport:
About Key West International Airport (EYW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Orlando to Key West International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EYW instead:
Getting from Key West International Airport (EYW) to central Key West
From Key West International Airport, Key West is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 6 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Key West International Airport (EYW)
$65 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Key West International Airport. Return flights start from $134. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
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The cheapest month for tickets from Orlando to Key West International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Key West International Airport (EYW)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Key West. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Orlando to Key West International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Lock in your flight from Orlando to EYW for August if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Key West to range from 26ºC to 30ºC.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 18ºC and 23ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Orlando to Key West International Airport.
More about Key West
After booking your flight from Orlando to Key West International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Key West:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Mallory Square, The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park are essential stops on your Key West itinerary.
Complete your Key West trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Orlando to Key West International Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Key West. Check out the deals and instantly compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.