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Cheapest return flight
$1,677
Typical prices: $1,227-$1,733
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Sun 4/11Sun 11/11
MEL - TPA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$1,085
Typical prices: $1,018-$1,827
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Wed 24/1
MEL - TPA • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Tampa. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 18% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Los Angeles (LAX)
Cheapest • Avg $1,435 (return)
San Francisco (SFO)
Shortest trip • 22h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Tampa (MEL-TPA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Tampa

Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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11:30 - 00:27MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
28h 57m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
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06:15 - 09:30TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
35h 15m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
$1,677Multiple Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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11:30 - 00:27MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
28h 57m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
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06:15 - 10:30TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
36h 15m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles San Francisco
$1,697Multiple Airlines
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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12:45 - 20:24MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
23h 39m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles
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08:00 - 10:30TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
34h 30m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
$1,809United Airlines
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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12:45 - 20:09MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
23h 24m1 stop San Francisco
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12:30 - 10:30TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
30h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
$1,809United Airlines
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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12:45 - 07:06MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
34h 21m1 stop San Francisco
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18:51 - 10:30TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
23h 39m1 stop San Francisco
$1,809United Airlines
Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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11:55 - 23:32MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
26h 37m2 stops San Francisco Newark
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11:18 - 09:30TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
31h 12m2 stops Newark San Francisco
$1,832Multiple Airlines
Sat, 7 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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22:45 - 18:21MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
35h 36m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
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17:08 - 05:00TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
43h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,867American Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
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22:45 - 23:20MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
40h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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17:08 - 05:00TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
43h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,383American Airlines
Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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14:35 - 20:55MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
21h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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14:13 - 05:00TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
23h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,516Qantas Airways
Tue, 22 Dec - Sun, 24 Jan
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11:00 - 18:25MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
23h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth
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17:08 - 15:35TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
30h 27m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl
$3,311Qantas Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Tampa flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Melbourne Airport to Tampa with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Tampa?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Tampa and is 22% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Tampa?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Tampa at $1,213 return.
•December ($1,850) and September ($1,719) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 52% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Tampa flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$1,085
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flights from Melbourne Airport to Tampa

When to book flights from Melbourne to Tampa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Tampa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne Airport to Tampa flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Tampa?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Tampa:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tampa?

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Tampa takes 0h 00m, covering 24,941 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Tampa?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Tampa flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Tampa range from $1,227 to $1,733, with an average of $1,480 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,227 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Tampa changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,677 to $5,809. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Tampa looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Tampa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,814, which is 98% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Tampa Airport (TPA)?

    Tampa Airport (TPA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Priceless
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Tampa?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Tampa usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Tampa (TPA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Tampa pass through?

    One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Tampa most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 49% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) – 23% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Tampa?

    On the Melbourne Airport to Tampa route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 31%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,163 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,673 – a $510 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to Tampa?

    Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 22h 43m, compared to 23h 00m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 25h 15m via Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Tampa?

    Tampa is 14 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Eastern Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Tampa?

    Tampa Riverwalk is one of the most viewed places in Tampa on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Tampa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,163 – about $510 less than Thursday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Tampa trip for January. Fares historically average $1,213 return in that month – typically $637 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Tampa Airport.
    - La Quinta Inn Tampa Airport Stadium Westshore
    - Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
    - Hampton Inn Tampa-International Airport/Westshore

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