Flying from Orlando to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): What you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is 16 hours ahead of Orlando. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Orlando to MEL. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travelers during busy months like March, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Orlando to MEL with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Orlando International Airport (MCO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MCO and MEL include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Traveling from central Orlando to MCO takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
SFB is about 40 kilometers from central Orlando. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
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69% of flights leaving Orlando Sanford International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you have a late flight from Orlando to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near MEL:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Orlando to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to the center of Melbourne is around 19 kilometers. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Traveling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is $599. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,171. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Orlando to MEL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
December is the quietest month for flights from Orlando to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Melbourne based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Orlando to MEL plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Orlando to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Melbourne
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There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Flinders Street Railway Station, Melbourne's Gardens and Melbourne Park are major attractions which should be on every Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometers northwest of Melbourne, a trip to Bendigo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bendigo Botanic Gardens and Central Deborah Gold Mine.
Around 88 kilometers west of Melbourne, Ballarat is another favorite stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to St Patrick's Cathedral, Ballarat Wildlife Park and Ballarat Botanical Gardens.