USA 🇺🇸 · 11km to Lake Nona
Orlando International (MCO) — Taxi vs Uber
Uber's own figures put an average UberX to Orlando International at $22, but that average is from Lake Nona, about 7 miles away. Rides from Walt Disney World or International Drive are longer and will cost more.
Prices verified 2026-09-30 — check operator sites before travel.
What each option costs
| Service | Published price | Time | How to book |
|---|---|---|---|
| UberX (Uber) Average from Lake Nona, 7 miles from the airport. Uber's own average for the past month, city to airport. Not a quote: the price on the day depends on demand, route and tolls. | $22 | 15 min | Uber app |
| Taxi (metered) Fares are set by taximeter under the City of Orlando's vehicle-for-hire rules. Flat rates are not authorised. A taxi carries up to 9 passengers at the same rate. | Metered | Not published | Terminal A: Level 1, spaces A22–A25. Terminal B: Level 1, spaces B30–B34. Terminal C: Arrivals Curb, Level 6 |
How the two compare
Uber's own figures put an average UberX to Orlando International at $22, but that average is from Lake Nona, about 7 miles away. Rides from Walt Disney World or International Drive are longer and will cost more.
Taxis at the airport are metered and flat rates are not authorised, so there is no fixed taxi fare to compare. The airport publishes no fare estimate.
A taxi charges the same rate for up to 9 passengers, which can favour a taxi for a large group.
Good to know
Uber's $22 average is for a short ride from Lake Nona. Get a price in the app for your own hotel before comparing it with a metered taxi.
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How much is a taxi from Orlando International?
Taxi (metered): Metered. Fares are set by taximeter under the City of Orlando's vehicle-for-hire rules. Flat rates are not authorised. A taxi carries up to 9 passengers at the same rate.
How much is an Uber at Orlando International?
UberX (Uber): $22, about 15 min. Average from Lake Nona, 7 miles from the airport. Uber's own average for the past month, city to airport. Not a quote: the price on the day depends on demand, route and tolls.
Is Uber cheaper than a taxi at Orlando International?
Uber's own figures put an average UberX to Orlando International at $22, but that average is from Lake Nona, about 7 miles away. Rides from Walt Disney World or International Drive are longer and will cost more.
Where do I get a taxi at Orlando International?
Terminal A: Level 1, spaces A22–A25. Terminal B: Level 1, spaces B30–B34. Terminal C: Arrivals Curb, Level 6.