Flying from Orlando to Melbourne: what you need to know
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is Orlando's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Orlando to Melbourne jetting off from here.
Come in for landing at Melbourne's major arrival point, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Melbourne is 15 hours ahead of Orlando and is in the UTC+11 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Orlando to Melbourne flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Melbourne
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Orlando to Melbourne flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your plane ticket from Orlando to Melbourne.
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Flying from Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Orlando to Melbourne flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Orlando International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
MCO is around 14 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Orlando to Melbourne? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Orlando International Airport:
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, 78.28% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near MEL if you're coming in on a late flight from Orlando to Melbourne. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your Orlando to Melbourne flight.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
As soon as your flight from Orlando to Melbourne has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 48 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and get going in the blink of an eye.
Score the best price by securing your ride from AVV three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Hop off your flight from Orlando to Melbourne and go straight to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Melbourne is around 11 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can take you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Whether you're looking for a budget-friendly compact for solo travel or a spacious SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the ideal Essendon Airport rental car for you. Explore wheels available here from suppliers such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
If you're looking for a specific make or model, booking early increases your chances of getting what you want. Book your ride from MEB a few weeks ahead of your flight from Orlando to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Orlando to Melbourne. January is the busiest month to travel to Melbourne. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your Orlando to Melbourne ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from Orlando to Melbourne around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Melbourne right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Orlando to Melbourne:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Melbourne must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Eureka Skydeck 88.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Australia you'll want to see. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Australia, head for Geelong, roughly 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are the start of reasons to visit.