Orlando International Airport (MCO) is preparing to unveil its long-awaited Terminal C pedestrian bridge by late June, following delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Originally scheduled to open in 2022, the bridge will now debut alongside a series of upgrades that reflect the airport’s multimillion-dollar investment in passenger experience and infrastructure.
Terminal C Pedestrian Bridge to Open This Summer
According to airport officials, the new pedestrian bridge connecting Terminal C to Garage C and the Train Station will open later this summer, improving connectivity to the Terminal Link system, which shuttles passengers to Terminals A and B. The bridge will feature bidirectional moving walkways stretching approximately 90 feet, with plans to extend them further when the adjacent Rental Car Lobby is completed in 2026.
The pedestrian bridge aims to provide travelers with a safer, more efficient route while enhancing accessibility with ADA-compliant sloped ramps. The addition is expected to significantly improve transit flow between MCO’s key terminals.
New Moving Walkways Add Convenience and Comfort
In another major update, two new moving walkways have been installed in Terminal C. Located just past the TSA checkpoint, these 132-foot-long walkways guide passengers directly into Palm Court—a centerpiece of the terminal that offers natural sunlight, striking architecture, and over 30 retail, dining, and beverage options.
Designed to support one-way pedestrian traffic, the walkways also enhance mobility for travelers with disabilities. Each walkway exits near a designated staging area for mobility carts that transport passengers to their gates.
The project was a collaborative effort between TK Elevator (TKE) and Clancy & Theys Construction Company.
Ongoing Investments Across Terminals A, B, and C
The bridge and walkways are just a glimpse of the larger infrastructure modernization underway at Orlando International Airport. Over the next several years, the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) plans to invest hundreds of millions of dollars into improvements across all terminals.
Baggage Handling System Overhaul: A decade-long renovation of the baggage system is underway, projected to cost $650 million.
Restroom and Ceiling Renovations: Upgrades to terminal restrooms and ceiling structures are budgeted at approximately $72 million.
Rental Car Enhancements: Terminal C continues to expand its rental car services, with improved wayfinding and new lobby space planned by 2026.
Designed with the Traveler in Mind
Many of these enhancements were originally part of Terminal C’s blueprint but were postponed or scaled back due to pandemic-related budget constraints. The moving walkways, for example, had been removed from early designs but have since been reinstated following multiple studies by GOAA staff to identify optimal placement for maximizing passenger flow and convenience.
With these long-term investments, Orlando International Airport is positioning itself as a more connected, efficient, and accessible travel hub—meeting the growing needs of both domestic and international travelers.