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Where can I wait before an MCO pickup?
MCO offers free North and South Cell Phone Waiting Areas. The North lot is closest to Terminal A; the South lot is closer to Terminal C and the Train Station, so choose after confirming the passenger’s terminal.
MCO route identity
This page is for Orlando International Airport (MCO). Airport identity and coverage come from the published Arrival airport catalog.
What the reviewed guidance says
- The North Cell Phone Waiting Area is at 8730 Jeff Fuqua Boulevard North and is less than one mile from Terminal A.
- The South Cell Phone Waiting Area is at 10546 Jeff Fuqua Boulevard South, opposite the Train Station and Garage C.
- Both lots are free, provide restrooms, prohibit unattended commercial vehicles, and do not allow overnight parking.
Mistakes to avoid
- Choosing a waiting lot before checking whether the passenger arrives at A, B, or C.
- Leaving a vehicle unattended in either Cell Phone Waiting Area.
- Using a cell phone lot for overnight parking.
MCO pickup questions
Which MCO Cell Phone Waiting Area is best for Terminal A?
The North lot is the closest published option, at less than one mile from Terminal A. Still confirm the current terminal before choosing the approach.
Which MCO waiting lot is closer to Terminal C?
The South lot is about 1.2 miles from Terminal C and sits opposite the Train Station and Garage C.
Can I leave a vehicle in an MCO Cell Phone Lot?
No. MCO prohibits unattended vehicles and overnight stays in both waiting areas.
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