Planning a trip to Walt Disney World is exciting, but one of the first big decisions comes well before you reach Florida: which UK airport should you fly from? With several airports offering routes to Orlando, picking the right departure point can save you money, time and a lot of stress. Here’s our guide to the best UK airports for your Orlando Disney holiday, and how to make getting there effortless.
London Gatwick
Gatwick is one of the most popular departure points for Orlando, with a long history of transatlantic leisure routes. For families in the South East, it’s often the most convenient option, with plenty of flights and a strong choice of holiday carriers. Its dedicated long-haul terminals are well set up for families heading off on a big trip.
London Heathrow
As the UK’s largest airport, Heathrow offers frequent Orlando services and the widest choice of airlines. If you’re after more flexibility on flight times, or you’re combining your Disney trip with airline loyalty points, Heathrow is hard to beat. It’s a strong choice for travellers across London and the South East.
Manchester
For families across the North of England, Manchester is a brilliant gateway to Orlando. It saves the long trek south to a London airport and offers direct seasonal and year-round options. Manchester is often the smart choice for travellers in the North West, Yorkshire and beyond who want to avoid the extra journey to the capital.
Birmingham
Sitting right in the heart of the country, Birmingham is a convenient option for families in the Midlands and surrounding regions. It’s a less hectic airport than the big London hubs, which can make travelling with children that bit easier, and it offers seasonal direct routes to Orlando.
How to choose the right airport for you
Consider the total journey, not just the flight. A slightly cheaper flight from a faraway airport can quickly lose its value once you add the cost and time of getting there. Sometimes flying from your nearest airport is the better deal overall.
Look at flight times. Long-haul flights to Orlando vary in departure time. An early flight might mean a very early start, so factor that into your transfer planning.
Think about luggage and group size. Disney holidays come with plenty of luggage. A nearer airport with a comfortable transfer can make the whole day far less tiring, especially with young children.
Getting to your chosen airport, stress-free
Whichever airport you decide on, the journey there sets the tone for the whole holiday. Rather than wrestling with airport parking or juggling train connections with a mountain of suitcases, a private door-to-door transfer takes the hassle out of the day.
We provide transfers to and from Manchester, Liverpool John Lennon, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Birmingham, Leeds Bradford, East Midlands and Newcastle airports, so wherever you choose to fly from for your Disney holiday, we can get you there comfortably and on time.
Our airport transfers start from £60 for a standard saloon car and £90 for an MPV, with the final price depending on your location and chosen airport. We track your flight, send a vehicle the right size for your group, and make sure you arrive with plenty of time for that long-haul check-in.
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