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Six dreamy spring break destinations out of Orlando International Airport ✈️

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A view of air traffic control at Orlando International Airport. | Photo provided

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Spring break is a great time to get out and explore beyond the borders of the Sunshine State. To help make planning a trip easier, we’ve rounded up flights to six spring break destinations all conveniently leaving from Orlando International Airport (MCO) — plus what you’re going to do when you land in Cancun, Scotland, or Ontario.

Spend less time getting there (and more time actually there) when you fly out of MCO to these bucket-list destinations:

Washington, DC

Washington DC, Teenager meets dawn at the Lincoln Memorial in morning summertime. Washington Monument Sunrise from Lincoln Memorial, Washington DC, USA.

View from the Lincoln Memorial. | Photo via Orlando International Airport

History lovers can enjoy a weekend exploring Washington DC’s beautiful historical sites, museums, and local cuisine. Pro tip: Keep an eye on the Airfares Deal page for current deals if you’re planning to fly in late March, the perfect time to see the iconic Cherry Blossoms. See fares + book. ✈️

Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh Castle and the Ross Fountain as seen from Princes Street Gardens

Edinburgh Castle is easy to spot while you’re touring the city. | Photo via Orlando International Airport

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Starting on March 30, travelers will be able to fly directly to Edinburgh out of MCO via Virgin Atlantic. The culturally rich city offers visitors a chance to see a bit of history as they wander through its winding streets. Pro tip: Book a tour of Edinburgh Castle, one of the oldest fortified places in Europe. See fares + book. ✈️

Cali, Colombia

San Francisco square, in the center of Cali, Colombia

The city of Cali was founded in 1536. | Photo via Orlando International Airport

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Service to Cali will resume on March 27 via Avianca Airlines. Pro tip: To truly experience the historic city, take a salsa dancing lesson. See fares + book. ✈️

Ontario, CA

Magnificent sunset in La Jolla  California

Take a trip to the beach while you’re visiting The Golden State. | Photo via Orlando International Airport

No, not Canada — we’re headed to California. Travelers heading to the Los Angeles area can pop over to Ontario and explore its lakes, parks + other outdoor activities. Service to Ontario will resume today via Frontier Airlines. See fares + book. ✈️

Greenville + Spartanburg, SC

Falls Park Greenville SC

Take a stroll through Falls Park on the Reedy River. | Photo via Orlando International Airport

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Looking to stay closer to home? Greenville, SC is known for its booming restaurant and bar scene and, of course, its southern hospitality. (Read: It was recently voted as the No.1 Friendliest City in the US.) Service to Greenville resumed on March 6 via Silver Airways. See fares + book. ✈️

Cancun, Mexico

Idyllic beach of Caribbean Sea in Playa del Carmen

A trip to Cancun is perfect for travelers who love the beach and sun. | Photo via Orlando International Airport

Cancun has long been a popular spring break destination. Pro tip: Travelers can score roundtrip deals via Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines. See fares + book. ✈️

Note: Travelers should check their destinations’ COVID-19 requirements prior to booking a trip. Flight prices are subject to change.*

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