Travelling 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 jetting off from here.
Touch down at Orlando's chief entry point, Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Orlando is 15 hours behind Melbourne and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Melbourne to Orlando flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
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.
Finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to Orlando is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available.
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)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Melbourne to Orlando flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Orlando? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% touch down on time at their destination.
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando is approximately 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a long 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:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Orlando International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and experience more of Orlando and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Orlando International Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) is about 31 kilometres from the centre of Orlando. Once you've disembarked your flight from Melbourne to Orlando, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting an Orlando Sanford International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at SFB can land you a better rate.
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 to 34ºC.
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 and 23ºC on average.
More about Orlando
Start your Orlando trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Orlando, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Universal Orlando Resort, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Lake Eola Park are popular attractions which should be on any good Orlando itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Orlando, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel about 209 kilometres 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 kilometres south of Orlando. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are key highlights.
