Orlando Melbourne Airport (MLB)

Melbourne Orlando International Airport (IATA: MLB, ICAO: KMLB) serves as a primary gateway to Florida's Space Coast and a convenient, stress-free alternative to central Florida's larger hubs. It handles domestic scheduled services as well as international transatlantic flights connecting with destinations across the United States and the United Kingdom.

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Terminals

The airport operates a single central passenger terminal featuring a welcome center, departure gates, integrated security checkpoints, and expanded domestic and international baggage claim facilities.

Annual Passenger Traffic (2025): 663,919 passengers.

Information Desks

Information and traveler assistance can be found at the Welcome Center in the terminal atrium, complemented by volunteer Airport Ambassadors in distinctive red shirts stationed throughout the terminal.

 Location

The airport is located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) northwest of downtown Melbourne, in Brevard County, Florida. Situated on the Space Coast, it is approximately 27 miles (43 km) south of Port Canaveral and 70 miles (113 km) southeast of Orlando and its major theme parks, accessible directly via NASA Boulevard (State Road 508).

Accommodation near Orlando Melbourne Airport (MLB)

Convenient lodging is available directly on airport grounds as well as within minutes of the terminal:

On-Site Airport Hotel

Hyatt Place Melbourne Airport: located on-site just a short walk from the terminal doors. Amenities include pet-friendly guest rooms, complimentary hot breakfast, a 24/7 fitness center, and the Runway Rooftop Bar & Grill with outdoor runway views.

Nearby Hotels

• Suburban Studios Melbourne Airport: 0.9 miles (1.5 km) from the terminal.
• Extended Stay America Suites - Melbourne - Airport: 1.3 miles (2.1 km).
• Hilton Melbourne Rialto Place: 1.5 miles (2.5 km), featuring full dining and airport shuttle service.
• Courtyard by Marriott Melbourne West: 2.5 miles (4 km).

Public and private transportation

The airport provides several ground transportation choices connecting with downtown Melbourne, the Space Coast beaches, Port Canaveral cruise terminals, and Greater Orlando.

Public Transit Buses

Brevard County's public bus agency, Space Coast Area Transit (321Transit), stops outside the main terminal on Route 30, providing links across Melbourne and connections to Cocoa Beach, Titusville, and Palm Bay. The standard one-way fare is approximately $1.50, and vehicles are wheelchair accessible.

Shuttles and Private Transfers

Authorized door-to-door shuttle companies such as Melbourne Airport Express provide transfers between the airport and local hotels, resorts, and destinations throughout Brevard County and central Florida. Private shuttle operators also schedule transfers directly to Port Canaveral cruise terminals and Orlando attractions.

Rideshare Apps

Ride-hailing services Uber and Lyft pick up and drop off passengers at the airport. The designated pick-up zone is located at the Ground Transportation / Ride Share Lane directly outside the arrivals concourse.

Taxis

Licensed local taxi cabs are stationed curbside near the baggage claim area to meet arriving flights. Travel time to downtown Melbourne is between 5 and 10 minutes.

Car rental agencies

Major national and international car rental agencies operate on-site at the airport. Service desks are conveniently situated on the ground level of the terminal, directly adjacent to the baggage claim hall:

• Alamo
• Avis
• Budget
• Dollar
• Enterprise
• Hertz
• National
• Thrifty

Vehicle pick-up and return lots are located within walking distance of the terminal exit.

Car Rental Requirements

Renting a vehicle requires a valid driver's license, an international passport (for foreign travelers), and a major credit card in the primary driver's name for the security deposit. The standard minimum rental age is 21 years, with young driver surcharges typically applied to renters under 25.

Parking services at Orlando Melbourne Airport (MLB)

On-site airport parking is convenient, open-air, and located just steps away from ticketing desks and the security checkpoint, eliminating the need for shuttle buses.

Parking Facilities

• General Parking (Short & Long Term): a single unified surface lot directly in front of the terminal building. Parking rates are $1.00 per 20 minutes, with a maximum daily rate of $16.00 per 24-hour period.
• Cell Phone Waiting Lot: free temporary parking lot for drivers awaiting arriving passengers who are ready for curbside pickup with their luggage.

Important Considerations

Accessible Parking: designated spaces for travelers with disabilities are placed along the closest rows near the terminal walkways.

Security: lots are continuously monitored by surveillance cameras and patrolled by the Melbourne Airport Police Department.

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Melbourne Orlando International Airport is fully equipped to accommodate passengers with reduced mobility or specialized travel needs.

Special Assistance Requests

The airport has a team of Passenger Service Agents and red-shirted Ambassadors available before and after scheduled flights to guide travelers and assist with luggage and wheelchair transit. It is recommended to arrange airline wheelchair assistance at least 48 hours in advance of departure.

Accessible Infrastructure

The single-level terminal layout features ground-level accessibility with access ramps, automatic sliding doors, accessible family restrooms, and level passenger boarding bridges.

Hearing Assistance and Parking

A TTY telephone station is available for speech- and hearing-impaired passengers at the airport police office in the terminal. Designated accessible parking spots are reserved close to the main terminal entrance.