Traveling from Melbourne to Orlando: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Orlando taking off from here.
Disembark at Orlando's primary gateway, Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Orlando's timezone is UTC-4, making Orlando 15 hours behind Melbourne.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Melbourne to Orlando flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Orlando
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Melbourne to Orlando flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Melbourne to Orlando throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' Melbourne to Orlando flights.
Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Melbourne to Orlando flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 19 kilometers from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Orlando, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando is approximately 14 kilometers. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the center driving.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Orlando. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MCO instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Orlando International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget to explore Orlando and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Orlando International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Central Orlando is around 31 kilometers from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). After your flight from Melbourne to Orlando has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
Traveling by public transport will take around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting an Orlando Sanford International Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from SFB one week ahead of time often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Orlando
July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Orlando. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Orlando in May.
Book a Melbourne to Orlando ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Orlando to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Orlando in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Orlando
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Orlando right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Orlando:
Universal Orlando Resort and Universal's Islands of Adventure are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Orlando must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Lake Eola Park.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Orlando, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel about 209 kilometers north to Jacksonville to tick off its leading sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another great destination in United States, head for Miami, about 338 kilometers south of Orlando. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are key highlights.
