Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
Tampa's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Tampa 15 hours behind Melbourne.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MEL to TPA flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Tampa International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MEL and TPA:
San Francisco International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Tampa International Airport flight is R 10,235. A return plane ticket right now is R 20,773. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MEL to TPA, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Tampa International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Tampa International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Tampa International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Reserve a hotel near TPA if you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Tampa International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and explore beyond Tampa's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Tampa International Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
From Tampa International Airport, Tampa is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Tampa International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Tampa based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Tampa International Airport for August if you want to visit Tampa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MEL to TPA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Tampa, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey about 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its leading attractions. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Miami is another essential stop in United States and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. No trip is complete without a visit to Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.