Orlando from Madison, Oct 30–Nov 1: $984 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $399 per person, $147 below the typical fare on this route
- One stop, 4h 48m, landing at 4:01 PM on Friday
- Highs of 78–81°F, plus EPCOT Food & Wine and Halloween events
The catch: The flight has one stop, 4h 48m on the way out, and a checked bag is about $160 for two, not in the total.
Worth it if you want a quick Universal or Disney weekend in 78–81°F weather; skip it if a stop on a 2-night trip feels like too much.
Worth it if a one-stop flight doesn't bother you: $984 for two covers the flights at $798 plus 2 nights at the best-value hotel at $167 and its $19 property fee, taxes and fees included. The trip runs Oct 30–Nov 1, 2026, 2 nights, on American (operated by Republic Airways as American Eagle) with one stop, 4h 48m on the way out. A checked bag and spending money are not in that total.
The total, before you go
$984 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $798 |
| Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center/International Dr, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $167 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $19 |
| The total, before you go | $984 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $160 |
$147 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $40 each way per bag on American, $160 for two round trip); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$399 per person, round trip
$798 for two, taxes and fees included · American. Operated by Republic Airways as American Eagle · 1 stop · 4h 48m
Out Fri, Oct 30, 10:13 AM – Fri, Oct 30, 4:01 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| American. Operated by Republic Airways as American Eagle | $399 | 1 stop | 4h 48m |
| United. Operated by SkyWest DBA United Express | $399 | 1 stop | 4h 48m |
| American | $399 | 1 stop | 4h 39m |
Prices checked Oct 15, 2026, 7:47 PM CDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
The fare is $399 per person when we checked, $147 below the typical fare on this route, which is $546 per person across 23 earlier checks. That's 27% under, or $798 for two in flights. Add 2 nights at the best-value hotel for $167 plus its $19 property fee and the trip comes to $984 for two, all in, before a checked bag or spending money. Late October is a good window: the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and Halloween events are on, and typical highs run 78–81°F with lows near 63°F. Saturday, Oct 31 looks mostly clear, while the outlook for Sunday, Nov 1 says drizzle. It's a short getaway built around one big park day and an evening out, and prices can change, so the numbers here are what we found, not a promise.
The kind of trip this is
A theme-park weekend for two: one long park day at Universal or Disney, an evening of food and shopping on International Drive, and Halloween landing on Saturday. The pace is quick, since Friday is mostly travel, so it suits a couple or two friends who like to plan one full day and keep the rest loose.
Weather in Orlando, Oct 30–Nov 1
Typical highs 78–81°F, lows near 63°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 30 | 81 °F | 65 °F | Overcast |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 79 °F | 63 °F | Mostly clear |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 78 °F | 61 °F | Drizzle |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Orlando
All three sit in the Universal Orlando area, the base for Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and Epic Universe. Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center/International Dr is the best-value pick and the one in our total: $167 for the stay, $84 a night, 7.8 from 2,068 reviews, with its $19 property fee already counted and no free cancellation. EVEN Hotel Orlando Universal Blvd by IHG is top rated at 9.3 from 101 reviews, $296 for the stay with free cancellation, plus $33 paid at the property. Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando is the budget option at $182, $91 a night, 8 from 4,715 reviews, plus $20 at the property, with two double beds. International Drive is the strip for outlet malls and restaurants.
Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center/International Dr
$167 for 2 nights, two guests · $84 a night
See roomsEVEN Hotel Orlando Universal Blvd by IHG
$296 for 2 nights, two guests · $148 a night
See roomsRosen Inn at Pointe Orlando
$182 for 2 nights, two guests · $91 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
- Ride Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal
- Explore the Epic Universe park on your one full day
- Spend a day at EPCOT's World Showcase during Food & Wine season
- Watch the fireworks over Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom
- Take a kayak or airboat tour on the Wekiva River
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Madison | Dane County Regional (MSN) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Orlando | Orlando International (MCO), Orlando Sanford International (SFB) |
| Flight time | 4h 48m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 1,105 miles each way |
| Time difference | +1 hour |
What 2 nights in Orlando costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $798 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center/International Dr) | $167 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,485 |
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: Madison to Orlando
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $399 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $328 (Oct 14, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $546 |
| Price checks | 23 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers 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, and prices are in US dollars.
- Orlando is 1 hour ahead of Madison.
- The outbound leaves Madison at 10:13 AM and lands at Orlando International (MCO) at 4:01 PM, one stop, 1,105 miles.
- Only EVEN Hotel Orlando Universal Blvd by IHG offers free cancellation; the other two don't.
- All three hotels are room only, so meals are on you.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Worth it if you're fine with one stop. The fare is $147 per person below the typical fare on this route, highs run 78–81°F, and the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and Halloween events are on that weekend.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$984 for two: flights at $798 plus $167 for 2 nights at the best-value hotel and its $19 property fee, taxes and fees included. A checked bag is about $160 for two extra. Our budget adds $520 for spending, or $130 per person a day, for $1,485.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic flight from Madison to Orlando, and you'll pay in US dollars.
What is the weather like?
Typical highs are 78–81°F with lows near 63°F. Friday, Oct 30 looks overcast, Saturday, Oct 31 mostly clear, and Sunday, Nov 1 shows drizzle.
Is 2 nights enough?
For one big park day, yes. You land at 4:01 PM Friday, so Saturday is your full day, with Sunday for travel home.
Are there other flight times?
Yes, all at $399 per person with one stop: United leaves at 3:49 PM and lands at 9:37 PM, and American leaves at 4:21 PM and lands at 10:00 PM, 4h 39m.
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