The Space Coast Beach Blog: Space Coast Local Business Spotlight: Melbourne International Airport...Melbourne, FL

Many people who fly into Central Florida come through the very busy...and very large Orlando International Airport. Orlando is a great place to visit and I love going over as often as I can...but I must admit...I am a hater of large airports in general...parking is a pain...taking trains to planes...long lines for security...all to get to the mountains, beach, city etc...

For the opposite reason you just have to love Melbourne International Airport. This is a small airport that allows you to fly through the big airports without dealing with many of the above mentioned issues. MIA has two major carriers...Delta and U.S. Airways...as well as some smaller regionals. They fly mostly connecting flight through Atlanta (Delta Hub) and Charlotte (U.S. Air Hub). These two large hubs can take you (1 stop) to almost anyplace in the World!

Parking is a dream...no trains or buses to get you to your terminal...short security lines...and I NEVER get there two hours before a flight. My only hope is they add more direct flights to major cities like New York or Boston.

If you are looking to take a trip to the Space Coast...take a look at flying into Melbourne International Airport...you will save an hour of driving from Orlando...and an hour picking up your rental car...well worth the stop at a hub!