Flying from Orlando to Castries: what you need to know
Orlando's main base, Orlando International Airport (MCO), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Orlando to Castries.
When choosing where to land in Castries, Hewanorra Airport (UVF) and George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) are the chief entry points.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Orlando to Castries. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
You can enter Saint Lucia for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United States. But before booking your cheap flight from Orlando to Castries, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Flying from Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Orlando to Castries. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Orlando International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
To get to MCO from central Orlando, it'll take around 22 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a handy hotel near Orlando International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Orlando to Castries, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving in Castries
Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
Hewanorra Airport (UVF) to central Castries is roughly 56 kilometres. It takes about 1 hour and 9 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Orlando to Castries. Book one of these accommodation options near UVF instead:
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) is about 3 kilometres from the centre of Castries. Once you've hopped off your flight from Orlando to Castries, allow for a drive time of approximately 6 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 40 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near SLU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Orlando to Castries:
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Castries
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Castries is C$204. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$548. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Orlando to Castries, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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Best time to go to Castries
July is the most popular month for flights from Orlando to Castries. To escape the crowds, head to Castries in May.
Lock in your flight from Orlando to Castries for September if you'd like to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Castries to range from 26ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Orlando to Castries in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about Castries
Start your Castries trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Orlando to Castries, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Derek Walcott Square, Morne Fortune and Immaculate Conception Church are attractions you won't want to skip in Castries.
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