Source: Iberia
- The inaugural flight took off this past Sunday 26 October 2025 at 11:30 from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
- Iberia adds Orlando to its U.S. destination network, with four weekly flights and over 46,000 seats available this winter season
- Orlando is one of the world’s most iconic tourist destinations, home to Walt Disney World’s four theme parks: Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom
- The city is also becoming a global hub for MICE tourism (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions)
Iberia has inaugurated its new direct route between Madrid and Orlando, strengthening its commitment to the U.S. market and expanding its North American destination network. The new connection will operate four times a week—on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays—and offer more than 46,000 seats during the winter season. This marks the first time Iberia flies directly to Orlando, making it the only airline offering nonstop service between Spain and this city.
Before departure at Terminal 4 Satellite of Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport, Iberia customers were greeted with several surprises, including a large Walt Disney World arch at the boarding gate, inviting travellers to begin their direct journey to the magic. Onboard, passengers also enjoyed special touches, such as an entertainment kit designed especially for the youngest passengers.
Orlando is globally renowned for hosting the world’s largest theme park: Walt Disney World, which includes four theme parks, two water parks, a premium shopping and dining district, over 20 themed hotels, a major ESPN sports complex, and three golf courses.
The resort is currently undergoing its most significant expansion in two decades, with new attractions like TRON Lightcycle/Run and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom, and new lands such as Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge® at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. These additions continue to amaze the millions of visitors of all ages who pass through its gates each year.
Beyond leisure, the city is positioning itself as a strategic destination for MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) tourism, thanks to facilities like the Orange County Convention Center. This venue is one of the largest in the United States, with over 200,000 square meters (2.1 million square feet) of space for exhibitions and meetings, hosting hundreds of international events annually—from trade shows to large corporate conferences. The presence of Cape Canaveral, linked to the space industry and cruise tourism, further enhances the region’s appeal.
“The launch of our direct route to Orlando marks another step in Iberia’s growth strategy in the United States, a key market for us. With this addition, we now offer nine destinations in the country, reinforcing our position as the leading airline connecting Spain and North America. Orlando is much more than a tourist destination: it’s a global hub for leisure, conferences, and innovation, and we’re proud to be the only airline directly linking Spain with this city. This new route allows us to continue expanding our network, diversifying our offering, and strengthening Madrid’s hub as a gateway between Europe and the Americas,” said Beatriz Guillén, Customers Director at Iberia.
“We’re excited to welcome Iberia and celebrate nonstop service between Orlando and Madrid,” said Lance Lyttle, Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA), which operates Orlando International Airport (MCO). “Passenger demand between our two cities has reached record levels, and this new connection offers a world-class link between two vibrant destinations for both leisure and business travel. There are new opportunities for Central Floridians to explore the world and now more international visitors can experience all that our region has to offer, further strengthening Orlando International Airport’s role as a true global gateway.”
Tiago Santos, General Manager of Disney Destinations for Spain and Portugal, added: “We are very pleased to collaborate with Iberia on this initiative, which marks a turning point in the experience for Spanish visitors traveling to Walt Disney World Resort. This flight confirms the alliance between two major companies and simplifies the journey for Spanish travellers flying directly to the magic.”
Four Weekly Flights
Iberia offers four weekly flights between Madrid and Orlando using Airbus A330 aircraft, with capacity for 254 passengers across Business, Premium Economy, and Economy classes:
| Flight No. | Route | Operating Days | Departure Time | Arrival Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IB339 | Madrid-Orlando | Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday | 11:30h | 16:45h |
| IB340 | Orlando-Madrid | Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday | 18:20h | 07:55 (+1) |
Iberia in the United States
With the addition of Orlando, Iberia expands its U.S. destination network to ten cities, reinforcing its commitment to the North American market. In addition to this new route, the airline operates direct flights to New York, Miami, Boston, Chicago, Dallas Fort Worth, Washington DC, Los Angeles, Puerto Rico and San Francisco. This network offers robust and diversified connectivity for both leisure and business travellers.
In 2025, Iberia will offer nearly 2 million seats between Spain and the United States and an average of 150 weekly flights. For this winter season, the Spanish airline will operate two daily flights to New York and Miami; up to two daily flights to Boston and Puerto Rico, routes strengthened by the arrival of the Airbus A321XLR; and three weekly flights to Washington, which has transitioned from a summer-only route to year-round service. Daily flights to Chicago, four weekly flights to Dallas Fort Worth, and three to Los Angeles will also continue. San Francisco remains a summer route, with three weekly flights from May to September.