Orlando (MCO) Customs & Immigration Wait Times
Estimated customs and passport control wait times at Orlando International Airport.
Estimated Customs Wait at MCO
Based on historical data (time-matched)
Customs Wait by Terminal
Customs Wait Times by Hour
Average wait times based on the last 7 days of CBP data
US Citizens & Residents
- Use Automated Passport Control (APC) kiosks
- Have passport and customs declaration ready
- Global Entry: Skip the line entirely (~5 min)
Non-US Citizens
- Complete I-94 form before arrival
- Have return ticket and accommodation proof ready
- Mobile Passport: Free app, can reduce wait to 10-15 min
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How long does customs take at Orlando International Airport?
Current average customs wait at MCO is 37 minutes. US citizens average 22 minutes, while non-US citizens average 37 minutes. Global Entry members typically clear in under 5 minutes.
What is the difference between customs and immigration at MCO?
Immigration (passport control) verifies your identity and travel documents. Customs inspects goods you're bringing into the country. At US airports like Orlando, both are handled by CBP (Customs and Border Protection) in the same area, so wait times cover both processes.
Is Global Entry worth it at Orlando?
Absolutely. With average non-expedited waits of 37 minutes at MCO, Global Entry ($120 for 5 years) pays for itself quickly. Members use dedicated kiosks and typically clear in under 5 minutes.
When is the best time to arrive through customs at MCO?
The shortest customs waits at Orlando are around 15:00 (averaging 22 minutes). The busiest times are around 10:00 (averaging 50 minutes). Try to book flights arriving during off-peak hours.