If you’ve ever been to the Orlando International Airport, then you’ll know it’s the most magical airport on Earth! You’ll find the only Magic of Disney store in the world, stocked with Disney merch in a space that gives MAJOR Disney Store vibes. And in Terminal C, the Walt Disney World Store has even MORE Disney souvenirs! There are some days where we’ve wished we could spend the whole day at MCO, and now we can, even without a flight!
Orlando International Airport
Orlando International Airport just relaunched the Experience MCO Visitor Pass Program, which allows the non-traveling public to visit MCO and enjoy amenities on the post-security side of the passenger terminals. Let’s dive into these major changes at MCO!
With the Experience MCO Visitor Pass Program, non-flying airport visitors can go through security to shop, eat, or spend time with flying loved ones while they’re on the ground. You can enter the airport anytime between 6 AM and 6 PM, and guests must exit all terminals by 8 PM.
MCO Airport Security
If you want to participate in the program, here’s how:
- Apply online up to seven days in advance at experiencemco.flymco.com/mco.
- Your request will be reviewed by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). You’ll receive an email with your approval status after midnight on the day of your visit.
- If approved for entry, you’ll receive your Experience MCO Visitor Pass attached to your approval email.
- Enter the TSA Checkpoint standard screening line and show your Experience MCO Visitor Pass attachment along with your TSA-approved photo identification (like a passport or REAL ID), like you would when flying. You’ll need to go through security as usual, so no liquids or prohibited items are allowed.
- Explore MCO!
Orlando International Airport
To transport all these new visitors, a brand-new Gate Link tram is now in service, moving travelers to and from Gates 100-129. This is the first of four scheduled tram replacements in MCO’s $253 million Gate Link Replacement Project. The second tram serving Gates 100-129 is currently being replaced. After that’s finished, trams for Gates 70-99 will see upgraded tracks, trams, and supporting systems.
Orlando International Airport
The Orlando International Airport is changing a lot lately, so if you’re flying in or out of Orlando soon, stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more MCO news!
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