Orlando

Getting to Orlando - Orlando International AirportFor a resort city that welcomes over 60 million tourists each year, Orlando has an extensive transportation system. Getting to the city is easy if you decide to fly in. While there are a number of airports in Central Florida, Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) are the two main airports used by most tourists. Situated 10 km (6 miles) southeast of downtown, visitors can easily reach central locations in a 15-minute drive. The airport has two terminals, over 40 airlines are in operation to link the city with 135 domestic and international destinations.To transfer between the MCO and Orlando city center, visitors can pick up a rental car from one of many rental car companies by the airport. It’s worth looking into hotel shuttle options in Orlando as many top resort hotels like Disney (Disney’s Magical Express / DME) and Universal (Universal’s SuperStar Shuttle) offer airport shuttle services. For other private shuttle options, head to the Ground Transportation Level of both A-Side and B-Side of the Terminal. Fares for shuttle van transfer range from $20-50 depending on your destination. Both taxis and RideShare services are available and plentiful in Orlando International Airport, they can be located in the center of the Arrivals Level of both A-Side and B-Side of the Terminal. Taxi fares to various locations in the city center range from $38-75.The other airport serving Orlando is the Orlando-Sanford International Airport (SFB). Airport transfer options available to visitors include, including shared shuttle vans, buses, taxis and rideshares, and Orlando Sanford Airport shuttle. The Attraction Express shuttle bus travels between SFB and Universal Orlando Resort for $10 (one-way).Transportation in OrlandoWith a long list of must-visit destinations to cover, Orlando makes it easy for tourists to traverse around the city by offering several transportation options. For those who prefer to drive, Orlando is a car-friendly city and Interstate 4 (I-4), which runs East and West, is the way to all of the theme parks in the area and Orlando International Airport.LYNX local bus service has 77 routes, it is one of the cheapest ways to get across town. The ticket costs $2 per ride, remember to prepare the exact fare as no change is given and only small bills are accepted. All-day and 7-day passes are available too. Useful bus routes for tourists include Links 21, 37, and 40 stops at Universal Orlando, take Links 8, 50, 111, and 38 for SeaWorld, Links 38 connects Downtown Orlando and International Dr., and Links 50 goes from Downtown Orlando to SeaWorld and Magic Kingdom. To travel in Downtown Orlando, a free circulator bus called LYMMO make 21 stops between Amway Arena to City Hall.The easiest way to explore the International Drive Resort Area is to take the I-Ride Trolley’s two routes and 107 stops. The single fare is $2 and the One-Day Pass is available at $5 (Pass not sold on Trolley). The I-Ride Trolley stops at all the major sights on International Drive, so even if you have a car, this is still the most convenient and cost-effective way to travel in this area.Most of the hotels and resorts in Orlando offer a free shuttle service to a list of destinations around the city. This is especially true if you are staying at a Disney Resort Hotel as you’ll have several transfer options at your doorstep, like buses, boats, and monorails to take you to and from all 6 Disney Parks, and the Disney Springs area.