Mar 27, 2025
MCO Welcomes Iberia to Central Florida with New Direct Service to Madrid Spain
ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando International Airport (MCO) is excited to welcome Iberia with new direct service between Central Florida and Madrid, Spain.
This is the first time Iberia is offering regular scheduled service to MCO.
The new service will connect Orlando, one of the top tourist and conference destinations in the world, with Madrid – Spain’s capital city known for its world-renowned landmarks, museums, and culture.
“We are delighted to welcome Iberia to MCO and its new non-stop service from Madrid,” said Kevin J. Thibault, CEO of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, which manages Orlando International Airport (MCO). “This partnership between Iberia and MCO has been a long time in the making and reflects our commitment to further promote global connections. Thanks to our capable Air Services Development team and the skilled Iberia team for helping to strengthen the cultural and economic ties between these two popular destinations.”
“We are really excited to announce the opening of this new route next winter season,” María Jesús López Solás, Iberia's Commercial, Customer, Network Development and Alliances Director. “We believe that Orlando can become the star destination for next Christmas.”
Iberia will launch service between Central Florida and Madrid on October 26, 2025, pending government approval, with four flights a week operated by A330 aircraft and capacity for 254 passengers.
The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority is proud to operate Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Orlando Executive Airport (ORL), two of Florida’s premier air travel gateways. MCO is a world-class global connector, serving nearly 58 million annual passengers across its three terminals, A, B and C. Connected to an Intermodal Terminal Facility that offers high-speed passenger rail service, Terminal C is an inventive structure that elevates the customer experience with 100% automated screening lanes at TSA checkpoints. ORL is conveniently located just miles from downtown Orlando and provides vital general aviation access to the heart of the region.
For more information, please contact the Office of Public Affairs at the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority at 407-825-2055 or email us at MCOPIO@goaa.org for further assistance.