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Melbourne.$2,000 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Mar, returning Sun, 16 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Mon, 3 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 16 Mar, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,000, select.
Melbourne.$2,138 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Apr, returning Sun, 27 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Wed, 16 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 27 Apr, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,138, select.
Melbourne.$2,204 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Jul, returning Sat, 30 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Sun, 20 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,204, select.
Melbourne.$2,587 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,587, select.
Melbourne.$3,550 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Jun, returning Sun, 22 Jun.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 22 Jun, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,550, select.
Melbourne.$4,029 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Dec, returning Fri, 2 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 2 Jan, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $4,029, select.

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Alternative Fort Lauderdale International to Melbourne routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Fort Lauderdale International to Melbourne? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Fort Lauderdale to Melbourne: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$2,000
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale International to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a return flight from Fort Lauderdale International to Melbourne is $2,000. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Fort Lauderdale International to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,000.
As of March 2025, there are no flights flying from Fort Lauderdale International to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale International to Melbourne is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Fort Lauderdale International Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from $2,000.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Melbourne on Monday, 3 March 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Fort Lauderdale International Airport and Melbourne. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Flying from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is located in Fort Lauderdale. Operating on the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 15 hours ahead of Fort Lauderdale.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from FLL to Melbourne, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • If you're travelling during a popular month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from FLL to Melbourne, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • If you have a passport from United States, you'll need an ETA to enter Australia. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Melbourne for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before flying.

  • Travelling from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL takes about 27 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want an easy start to your break? Stay near FLL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Melbourne or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Melbourne

  • $825 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Melbourne. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $2,000. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.

  • It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from FLL to Melbourne. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • Getting cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Melbourne is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to show the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.

  • Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from FLL to Melbourne. You don't need to look every day to see if prices have fallen. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Melbourne. Enter your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 28 minutes.

  • Travelling on public transport takes about 42 minutes.

  • Reserve a hotel close to MEL if you're taking a late flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Melbourne. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • Avalon Airport (AVV) is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. Once you've disembarked your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 51 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 2 hours and 4 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some welcoming accommodation options within an easy drive of AVV. Get into relaxation mode at Little River Bed and Breakfast after your flight from FLL to Melbourne.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Melbourne. To skip the crowds, head to Melbourne in April when things are quieter.

  • Before booking a flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Melbourne, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.

  • July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap flights from FLL to Melbourne sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

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