Flying from London to Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB): what you need to know
London has plenty of airports where you can jet off on adventures. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Melbourne is 4 hours behind London. Orlando Melbourne International Airport is located in Melbourne, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to MLB, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from London to MLB. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
The distance from central London to LHR is roughly 31 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
After a leisurely start to your break? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to Orlando Melbourne International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Orlando Melbourne International Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and MLB include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from London to MLB? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB)
Consider booking a hotel close to MLB if you're catching a late flight from London to Orlando Melbourne International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB) to central Melbourne
Orlando Melbourne International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Melbourne. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 8 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 42 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB)
Pick up a one-way ticket from London to Orlando Melbourne International Airport from 423 € or travel return from just 373 €. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To score cheap tickets from London to MLB, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your ticket from London to Orlando Melbourne International Airport.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when prices go down. Timing matters when searching for cheap tickets from London to MLB.
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The best time to fly from London to Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB)
July is the most popular month for flights from London to Orlando Melbourne International Airport. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Melbourne in April when it's quieter.
Book your flight from London to MLB for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from London to Orlando Melbourne International Airport in January when temperatures average between 10ºC and 23ºC.
More about Melbourne
Once you've booked your flight from London to Orlando Melbourne International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:
One of the best ways to experience Melbourne is to check out its popular attractions. Highlights include Wickham Park Pavillion, Foosaner Art Museum and Historic Rossetter House Museum and Gardens.
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