Travelling from Washington DC to Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB): What you need to know
Start planning your trip by looking up where you'll catch your flight from Washington DC to Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB). Explore the options for taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), two of the city's main airports.
Orlando Melbourne International Airport is located in Melbourne. The city's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Washington DC.
To ensure you get on your flight from Washington DC to MLB, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan National Airport, data shows 76.44% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
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Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74.39%.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
The journey time to BWI from the centre of Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
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The on-time performance rating of BWI is 77.13%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB)
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You'll find MLB at 1 Air Terminal Parkway, Suite 220.
Getting from Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB) to central Melbourne
Orlando Melbourne International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Melbourne. The time it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling on public transport takes around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB)
R 2,384 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Orlando Melbourne International Airport. A return flight starts from R 4,019. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Washington DC to MLB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB)
July is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB). Visit Melbourne in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Melbourne is July, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Washington DC to MLB plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Orlando Melbourne International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Melbourne
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Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Andretti Thrill Park, Historic Rossetter House Museum and Gardens and Foosaner Art Museum are essential stops on your Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Melbourne has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. Around 274 kilometres north of Melbourne, a visit to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like St. John's Cathedral, San Marco Historic District and Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville.
Around 257 kilometres south of Melbourne, Miami is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Ocean Drive, Beach and La Playa De Miami.