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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Tampa from $1,261

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TPA
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Tampa are usually found in March or October, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Tampa (TPA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,704

One-way from

$1,261

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,899
9/5-16/5
  • 9/5-16/5
  • 6 total stops
  • 63h 59m total
  • Melbourne to Tampa
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6/5
  • 6/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 31m total
  • Melbourne to Tampa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($243 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($127 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Fri 9/513:40MEL - TPA
3 stops29h 27mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/511:03TPA - MEL
3 stops34h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,704
Thu 1/511:55MEL - TPA
2 stops24h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/515:23TPA - MEL
2 stops25h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,823
Wed 7/509:30MEL - TPA
2 stops24h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 14/514:43TPA - MEL
2 stops26h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,825
Fri 9/515:05MEL - TPA
1 stop21h 00mQantas Airways
Fri 16/517:00TPA - MEL
1 stop22h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/3$1,922
Thu 1/510:55MEL - TPA
1 stop35h 00mVirgin Australia
Sun 11/518:59TPA - MEL
1 stop23h 16mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/3$2,555
Thu 10/406:00MEL - TPA
3 stops42h 10mAir Canada
Mon 14/411:15TPA - MEL
3 stops34h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 25/3$3,299

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Tampa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Tampa that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Tampa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneTampa

MEL - TPA

MELTPA

Melbourne

Fri 9/5

13:40-05:07

3 stops29h 27m

Tampa

Fri 16/5

11:03-11:35

3 stops34h 32m

$1,704

MelbourneTampa

MEL - TPA

MELTPA

Melbourne

Wed 7/5

09:30-20:24

2 stops24h 54m

Tampa

Wed 14/5

14:43-07:30

2 stops26h 47m

$1,825

MelbourneTampa

MEL - TPA

MELTPA

Melbourne

Fri 9/5

09:45-18:53

2 stops23h 08m

Tampa

Fri 16/5

13:49-05:00

2 stops25h 11m

$1,976

MelbourneTampa

MEL - TPA

MELTPA

Melbourne

Thu 10/4

06:00-10:10

3 stops42h 10m

Tampa

Mon 14/4

11:15-11:35

3 stops34h 20m

$3,299

MelbourneTampa

MEL - TPA

MELTPA

Melbourne

Tue 6/5

12:30-21:01

3 stops46h 31m

$1,261

MelbourneTampa

MEL - TPA

MELTPA

Melbourne

Fri 25/4

07:25-23:59

2 stops30h 34m

$1,513

MelbourneTampa

MEL - TPA

MELTPA

Melbourne

Thu 8/5

10:55-10:54

2 stops37h 59m

$1,608

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Deals found on 24/3

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Tampa

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tampa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Tampa. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Tampa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Tampa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to Tampa at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Tampa by month

Plan your trip to Tampa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tampa ranges from 41.0 - 198.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 198.0 mm. November is typically the driest time to visit Tampa when rainfall is around 41.0 mm.

Temperature in Tampa by month

Plan your trip to Tampa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tampa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 16.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tampa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tampa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Tampa. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
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Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
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Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
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Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,960 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Tampa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Tampa from Melbourne?

    Tampa (TPA), located 7.8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Tampa. 4 airlines have flights to Tampa from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Tampa should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Tampa round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $1,825, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Tampa.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and American Airlines. Users have found that United Airlines is 23% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Tampa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Tampa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Tampa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Tampa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Tampa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Tampa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Tampa

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United AirlinesCheapest$1,592Average$2,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,729Average$2,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,847Average$2,762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,866Average$2,996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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