Orlando from Charlotte, 23 – 25 Oct: £517 for two, all in
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The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- Nonstop on Frontier, 2h 3m
- £158 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates
- Free cancellation at Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center/International Dr
The catch: Heads-up for these dates: EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and Halloween events.
Worth it with kids who are up for long days; skip it if you want quiet.
Orlando from Charlotte is $219 per person round trip ($438 for two) for Oct 23–25, 2026, which gives you 2 nights. The flight is nonstop on Frontier, and the forecast has highs of 83–87°F with a small chance of drizzle. The value hotel pick is $248 for both nights, all-in when we checked.
The total, before you go
£517 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £330 |
| Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center/International Dr, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | £187 |
| The total, before you go | £517 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £181 |
£158 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates.
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £45 each way per bag on Frontier, £181 for two return); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£165 per person, return
£330 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · nonstop · 2h 3m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 9:32 AM – Fri, Oct 23, 11:35 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | £165 | nonstop | 2h 3m |
| Frontier | £179 | 2 stops | 16h 26m |
| Frontier | £165 | nonstop | 1h 55m |
Prices checked 12 Oct 2026, 05:34 GMT-4. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
$219 per person, or $438 for two, nonstop. That's $210 below the highest fare we saw for these dates, a 49% gap across the 12 offers we checked. The morning flight leaves Charlotte at 9:32 AM on Friday, Oct 23 and lands at 11:35 AM, so you still get most of day one in Orlando. Our sample budget for two comes to $1,206 all in: $438 in flights, $248 for the Days Inn and $520 for spending money. Late October means the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and the Halloween events are both on. The forecast calls for highs of 84°F, 87°F and 83°F, with drizzle chances between 18% and 39%. That's warm enough for a full park day without the summer crowds. Prices are all-in as we found them and can change before you book.
The kind of trip this is
This is a theme-park weekend with some food and nightlife mixed in. It works well for a couple or a pair of friends who want a long ride day, a festival dinner at EPCOT and a late night out on International Drive. The pace is quick: two nights, one big park day and a morning to spare before you fly home. With a 2h 3m flight each way, the travel won't eat into your time there.
Weather in Orlando, 23 – 25 Oct
Highs 83–87°F, a small chance of rain
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 23 Oct | 84 °F | 71 °F | 39% |
| Sat 24 Oct | 87 °F | 72 °F | 32% |
| Sun 25 Oct | 83 °F | 73 °F | 18% |
Where to stay in Orlando
Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center/International Dr is the value pick at $248 for the stay, or $124 a night. It has a 7.9 score from 2,075 reviews, a room with two double beds and free cancellation. It's in the Universal Orlando area, near International Drive, the central strip for outlet malls, restaurants and attractions. Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel is the splurge: $1,809 for the stay ($905 a night), rated 9, with a dedicated entrance to Epic Universe and free cancellation. Residence Inn by Marriott Orlando Altamonte Springs Maitland is the budget choice at $270 ($135 a night) with a 7.2 score. It includes breakfast and has a king studio with a sofa bed, but the rate is not refundable. If you're planning on Disney, Lake Buena Vista has hotels a short shuttle away at lower rates.
Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center/International Dr
£187 for 2 nights, two guests · £93 a night
See roomsUniversal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel
£1,364 for 2 nights, two guests · £682 a night
See roomsResidence Inn by Marriott Orlando Altamonte Springs Maitland
£204 for 2 nights, two guests · £102 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Orlando for these dates
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Where in Orlando
- Walt Disney World Resort: On-site hotels with early park entry and free transport.
- Lake Buena Vista: Hotels a short shuttle from Disney with lower rates.
- Universal Orlando area: Walkable to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and Epic Universe.
- International Drive: Central strip with outlet malls, restaurants and attractions.
- Kissimmee: Vacation villas with private pools for larger families.
What to do in Orlando
- Watch the fireworks over Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom.
- Ride Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal.
- Explore the Epic Universe park, easiest from the Universal Orlando area.
- Spend a day at EPCOT's World Showcase during the Food & Wine Festival.
- Take a kayak or airboat tour on the Wekiva River for a break from the parks.
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Charlotte | Charlotte Douglas International (CLT) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Orlando | Orlando International (MCO), Orlando Sanford International (SFB) |
| Flight time | 2h 3m nonstop |
| Distance | 475 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 2 nights in Orlando costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £330 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center/International Dr) | £187 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | £392 |
| Total for two | £909 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Charlotte to Orlando
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £165 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £165 (12 Oct 2026) |
| Price checks | 3 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travellers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Orlando.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and Halloween events
- No passport needed. It's a domestic trip, paid in US dollars, with no time difference.
- The nonstop flight from CLT to MCO takes 2h 3m and covers 475 miles. A later nonstop leaves at 9:42 PM.
- Orlando has two airports, Orlando International (MCO) and Orlando Sanford International (SFB). This fare flies into MCO.
- October brings the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and Halloween events.
- Both Universal-area hotels offer free cancellation. The Residence Inn rate includes breakfast but is not refundable.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
$219 per person round trip, or $438 for two, nonstop on Frontier. That's all-in as of when we checked and $210 below the highest fare we saw for these dates. Fares can change before you book.
When does the flight leave?
The morning nonstop leaves Charlotte at 9:32 AM on Friday, Oct 23 and lands in Orlando at 11:35 AM. There's also an evening nonstop at the same price, leaving at 9:42 PM and arriving at 11:37 PM.
Do I need a passport?
No. Orlando is a domestic trip from Charlotte, you pay in US dollars and both cities are on the same time.
What is the weather like?
The forecast shows highs of 84°F on Friday, 87°F on Saturday and 83°F on Sunday, with lows of 71–73°F. Drizzle chances are 39% and 32% for the first two days, then 18% on Sunday.
Is 2 nights enough?
It's enough for one full park day plus an arrival afternoon, since the morning flight lands at 11:35 AM. Pick one park, Epic Universe, Magic Kingdom or EPCOT, rather than trying to see them all.
What does the whole weekend cost for two?
Our sample budget for two is $1,206: $438 for flights, $248 for two nights at the Days Inn and $520 for spending money. Park tickets aren't priced in our data.
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