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⚽ Fly direct to World Cup host cities

Orlando International Airport offers nonstop flights to five Mexican and Canadian cities to watch the World Cup.

March 24, 2026 • 
Julia Pizzuto
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A rotating gif featuring: Photo 1: Aerial view of Toronto skyline with the CN Tower, surrounded by modern skyscrapers. In the foreground, lush green islands and a marina create a serene contrast. Photo 2: Aerial view of a Vancouver city skyline at sunset, surrounded by water with numerous sailboats. Mountains in the background under a gradient orange sky. Photo 3: Angel of Independence monument on a roundabout in a vibrant cityscape, surrounded by buildings and blooming trees under a partly cloudy blue sky. Photo 4: Vibrant park scene with turquoise waters and fountains in the foreground. Greenery and a walking path lead to distant mountains under a clear blue sky. Photo 5: Historic stone rotunda in Guadalajara with columns surrounded by lush trees with red flowers. Towering cathedral spires in the background under a blue sky.

Pro tip: Watch MCO’s airfare deals web page for discounts on domestic + international flights, including a few World Cup host cities.

Photos provided by Orlando International Airport

Counting down the days to the FIFA World Cup? Us, too. Orlando International Airport makes it easy to plan the trip of a lifetime with nonstop flights to all five host cities in Mexico and Canada.

Each international World Cup host city will be humming with culture, watch parties, and fans from around the globe this June and July.

Book a flight watch the beautiful game in:

Canada

  • Toronto | Explore a diverse urban environment and catch an MLB game.
  • Vancouver | Discover renowned outdoor activities + nature. Fun Fact: Vancouver hosted the final of the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup, where Team USA earned its third world title.

Mexico

  • Mexico City | Soak up Mexico’s vibrant capital city.
  • Guadalajara | Step into history with colonial architecture + beautiful plazas.
  • Monterrey | Culture meets innovation in this industrial hub with a stunning mountain backdrop.

Pro tip: If you’re heading to a Miami match here in Florida, catch the Brightline right from MCO.

Vamos, allez, let’s go

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