ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando International Airport has forecast around 6,000 more departures during the 2024 Labor Day travel period compared to last year, according to a Greater Orlando Aviation Authority news release.
MCO expects a 1.4% increase in passenger traffic compared to 2023, with nearly 900,000 people predicted to pass through the airport between Aug. 29 and Sept. 3, the release states, adding the busiest day is anticipated to be Monday, Sept. 2.
“We’re excited for the opportunity to once again demonstrate Connection, one of the priorities in our Strategic Plan,” GOAA CEO Kevin J. Thibault said in a statement. “During this busy season, travelers will benefit from our air service to more than 160 destinations, bringing connectivity across the U.S. and to the world.”
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The news release included the following recommendations for travelers:
- Arrive at the airport early to mitigate parking and check-in challenges. You can reserve parking here or consider these options.
- Check flight status and security wait times on the airport’s website or mobile app.
- Use TSA PreCheck or CLEAR for expedited security screening.
- Pack smart and avoid checking bags, if possible.
| 2023 | 2023 Actual Departures A/B/C | 2024 | 2024 Estimated Departures | 2024 Estimated Arrivals | 2024 Estimate Total | 2024 vs. 2023 (estimate) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug. 31, 2023 | 70,187 | Aug. 29, 2024 | 72,567 | 73,447 | 146,014 | 3.4% |
| Sept. 1, 2023 | 79,303 | Aug. 30, 2024 | 80,881 | 81,667 | 162,548 | 2.0% |
| Sept. 2, 2023 | 73,704 | Aug. 31, 2024 | 73,785 | 74,630 | 148,415 | 0.1% |
| Sept. 3, 2023 | 66,282 | Sept. 1, 2024 | 66,987 | 65,441 | 132,428 | 1.1% |
| Sept. 4, 2023 | 82,428 | Sept. 2, 2024 | 83,664 | 80,567 | 164,231 | 1.5% |
| Sept. 5, 2023 | 67,235 | Sept. 3, 2024 | 67,551 | 68,326 | 135,877 | 0.5% |
| TOTAL | 439,139 | TOTALS | 445,435 | 444,078 | 889,513 | 1.4% |
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