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Orlando International Airport vs East Midlands Airport

Detailed comparison of MCO and EMA on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.

Verdict

Orlando International Airport (MCO) scores higher overall at 7.3/10 versus East Midlands Airport (EMA) at 6.7/10.

Score comparison

Metric Orlando International Airport East Midlands Airport
FlightLogic Score 7.3 6.7
On-Time Performance 7.0 6.5
Passenger Experience 7.2 6.6
Facilities & Comfort 7.8 6.9
Lounge Score 7.4 6.4
City Orlando Derby
Country United States United Kingdom
Terminals Main terminal + 4 airside concourses (A–E) 1 terminal
Annual passengers 57M+ 4M+

Operational comparison

Transport links, lounge access, connection times, and UK261 eligibility — verify locally before travel.

Policy MCO — Orlando EMA — East
Rail / public transport ——
To city centre ——
Lounge day pass ——
Min. connection time ——
Primary hub carriers ——

Detailed profiles

Orlando, United States · MCO · #1 in this comparison

Orlando International Airport

Main terminal + 4 airside concourses (A–E) · 57M+ passengers/year

7.3 / 10

How good is Orlando International Airport?

Orlando International Airport (MCO) scores 7.3/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.0), passenger experience (7.2), and facilities (7.8). Lounge quality rates 7.4/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Orlando MCO scores 7.3/10 — Florida theme-park gateway. Virgin Atlantic from LGW/MAN. See /guides/best-airlines-uk-florida-2026 and /guides/orlando-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 7.3 Very Good
On-time 7.0 Departure reliability
Experience 7.2 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 7.8 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 7.4 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance
7.0
Passenger Experience
7.2
Facilities & Comfort
7.8
Lounge score 7.4/10

Highlights

  • Primary UK gateway to Disney World, Universal Orlando, and Florida theme parks
  • Virgin Atlantic and BA direct from LGW/MAN; TUI package flights seasonal
  • The Club at MCO and Delta Sky Club — Priority Pass at Plaza Premium
  • Compare Miami (/airports/mia) for Miami Beach and Caribbean cruise connections

Overview

Florida theme-park gateway — Virgin Atlantic, BA, and Norwegian direct from UK plus dense domestic connections for Disney, Universal, and Gulf Coast holidays.

UK family holiday routing

Virgin Atlantic and BA offer direct UK–MCO; TUI and Jet2 package charters seasonal from regional UK.

Allow 90+ min for immigration and baggage at peak UK arrival banks (school holidays).

Derby, United Kingdom · EMA · #2 in this comparison

East Midlands Airport

1 terminal · 4M+ passengers/year

6.7 / 10

How good is East Midlands Airport?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) scores 6.7/10 (Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (6.5), passenger experience (6.6), and facilities (6.9). Lounge quality rates 6.4/10. See full airport guide →

In short

East Midlands EMA scores 6.7/10 — Nottingham/Derby/Leicester gateway. Ryanair and Jet2 hub. Aspire Lounge for Priority Pass. Bus and rail via East Midlands Parkway. UK261 applies.

FlightLogic Score 6.7 Good
On-time 6.5 Departure reliability
Experience 6.6 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 6.9 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 6.4 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance
6.5
Passenger Experience
6.6
Facilities & Comfort
6.9
Lounge score 6.4/10

Highlights

  • Serves Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, and Lincolnshire without Birmingham or East Coast rail positioning
  • Ryanair and Jet2 base — dense Europe and Mediterranean leisure network
  • Aspire Lounge accepts Priority Pass — limited hours; pre-book recommended
  • UK261 on all UK departures; compare /airports/birmingham for Emirates long-haul

Overview

Midlands cargo and leisure airport between Nottingham, Derby, and Leicester — Ryanair, Jet2, and TUI with strong DHL freight operations.

Midlands positioning

EMA sits between the M1 and A50 with bus links to Nottingham and Derby. East Midlands Parkway rail station is a short bus ride — useful for London St Pancras connections via LNER.

For long-haul, Birmingham (7.2/10) offers daily Emirates to Dubai; EMA is short-haul focused.

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FAQ

Which is better, Orlando International Airport or East Midlands Airport?

Orlando International Airport (MCO) scores higher overall at 7.3/10 versus East Midlands Airport (EMA) at 6.7/10.

Which has better lounges, MCO or EMA?

Orlando International Airport (MCO) scores higher for lounges at 7.4/10, versus East Midlands Airport at 6.4/10.

Which airport is more on-time, MCO or EMA?

Orlando International Airport (MCO) has stronger on-time performance at 7.0/10 versus East Midlands Airport (EMA) at 6.5/10.