Flying from Melbourne to Tampa: what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll leave from in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Tampa taking off from here.
Hop off the plane at Tampa's major arrival point, Tampa International Airport (TPA).
Tampa's timezone is UTC-4, making Tampa 15 hours behind Melbourne.
Leave enough time to catch your Melbourne to Tampa flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Tampa
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap Melbourne to Tampa flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Melbourne to Tampa.
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Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
We make it a cinch to book a Melbourne to Tampa flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Melbourne to Tampa? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
67.71% of flights taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Tampa. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to TPA if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Tampa. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Tampa International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tampa and beyond.
Booking your ride from Tampa International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is about 24 kilometres from central Tampa. Once you've hopped off your flight from Melbourne to Tampa, it takes approximately 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 2 hours 10 minutes.
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Budget, Alamo or Avis and be off and running.
Generally speaking, the earlier you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Reserve your ride from PIE once you know your travel dates.
You can find St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Tampa. To avoid the crowds, head to Tampa in May.
Book a Melbourne to Tampa ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tampa to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Tampa in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Tampa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tampa right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Melbourne to Tampa:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are essential stops on your Tampa itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tampa. Around 274 kilometres to the north, its top attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa, Miami is another favourite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.