Flying from Melbourne to Tampa International Airport (TPA): What you need to know
Tampa is 16 hours behind Melbourne. Tampa International Airport is located in Tampa, which follows the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Melbourne to TPA, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to TPA. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Tampa International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
68% of flights taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from central Melbourne in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to TPA flight, lay your head at Corio Bay Motel.
Most flights that depart Avalon Airport arrive at their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Tampa International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Tampa International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tampa and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Melbourne to Tampa International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
Central Tampa is around 11 kilometres from Tampa International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Tampa International Airport is 601 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 955 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to TPA, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Melbourne to Tampa International Airport ticket.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Melbourne to TPA.
Lock in a cheap flight from Melbourne to Tampa International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
March is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Tampa International Airport (TPA). Visit Tampa in September for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Melbourne to TPA plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Tampa International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Tampa
Start your Tampa trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Tampa International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Tampa when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Busch Gardens Tampa followed by The Florida Aquarium and Cheetah Hunt.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Tampa, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its leading attractions. From St. John's Cathedral to San Marco Historic District and Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Orlando is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 129 kilometres northeast of Tampa. No trip is complete without dropping by Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Jurassic world.
