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Cheapest return flight
$2,212
Typical prices: $1,349-$1,841
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Thu 15/2Tue 20/2
MEL - TPA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$754
Typical prices: $1,035-$1,862
Multiple Airlines
Sun 28/1
MEL - TPA • 3 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
April
Cheapest • 18% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $1,662 (return)
San Francisco (SFO)
Shortest trip • 24h 26m (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

Mon, 15 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb
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08:15 - 06:11MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
37h 56m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles
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07:00 - 08:55TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
33h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl
$2,212Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, 15 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb
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08:15 - 06:11MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
37h 56m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles
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07:00 - 08:55TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
33h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl
$2,216Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 25 Dec - Sat, 30 Jan
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12:10 - 12:43MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
40h 33m3 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
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17:00 - 10:55TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
49h 55m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles Auckland Intl
$2,344Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 24 Dec - Mon, 1 Feb
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22:45 - 08:12MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
25h 27m2 stops Los Angeles Miami
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09:09 - 09:30TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
32h 21m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles
$2,402American Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 24 Dec - Tue, 2 Feb
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22:45 - 09:12MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
26h 27m2 stops Los Angeles Miami
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15:10 - 05:00TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
21h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,402American Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 24 Dec - Wed, 27 Jan
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22:45 - 09:12MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
26h 27m2 stops Los Angeles Miami
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13:56 - 09:30TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
27h 34m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Los Angeles
$2,402American Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, 12 Apr - Thu, 22 Apr
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09:45 - 16:33MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
20h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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19:51 - 05:00TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
43h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,652Qantas Airways
3+ days ago
Wed, 23 Dec - Sun, 31 Jan
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12:45 - 23:54MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
27h 09m1 stop San Francisco
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18:41 - 10:30TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
23h 49m1 stop San Francisco
$2,732United Airlines
1 day ago
Wed, 23 Dec - Mon, 1 Feb
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12:45 - 23:54MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
27h 09m1 stop San Francisco
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18:41 - 10:30TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
23h 49m1 stop San Francisco
$2,732United Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, 12 Apr - Thu, 22 Apr
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07:45 - 18:59MEL  Melbourne-TPA Tampa
25h 14m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth
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19:51 - 05:00TPA  Tampa-MEL Melbourne
43h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,735Qantas Airways
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

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 with more confidence.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Tampa. It's 13% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 47% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Tampa at $1,318 return.
•November ($2,228) and January ($2,111) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% 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

$754
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 37% increase in travellers.
One-way flight 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Tampa.

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

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Tampa takes 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 $1,349 to $1,841, with an average of $1,608 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,349 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 $2,212 to $20,182. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $1,458.

  • 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 $42 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

  • 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) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) – 23% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Tampa. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,401 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,367, a difference of $966.

    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 Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 23h 22m, compared to 24h 26m via San Francisco (SFO) and 25h 19m via Los Angeles (LAX).

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

    Tampa is 15 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,401, about $966 less than Monday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Tampa trip for April. Fares historically average $1,318 return in that month – typically $909 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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
    • Marriott Tampa Westshore
    • Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay

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