Melbourne Orlando International Airport
Frequently Asked Questions
Can any VIP aircraft land at Melbourne?
Yes. Melbourne Orlando International's 10,181-foot runway accommodates all heavy jets and VIP-configured airliners including the Boeing BBJ, Airbus ACJ, and wide-body VIP conversions.
How close is MLB to the Kennedy Space Center?
Melbourne Orlando International is approximately 40 miles south of the Kennedy Space Center, typically a 45-minute drive. It's the closest major airport to Space Coast rocket launch viewing areas.
Why fly private to travelers to the Kennedy Space Center?
Private aviation offers the fastest, most flexible access to travelers to the Kennedy Space Center, bypassing commercial airline schedules and connections. Our brokers can arrange same-day charter flights to match your exact itinerary.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09R/27L | 10,181 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
| 09L/27R | 6,000 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
| 05/23 | 3,001 ft | 75 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
Nearby Alternative Airports
Patrick Space Force Base
COF — Longest runway: 9,008 ft
Cape Canaveral SFS Skid Strip
KXMR — Longest runway: 9,999 ft
Space Coast Regional Airport
TIX — Longest runway: 7,319 ft
Vero Beach Regional Airport
VRB — Longest runway: 7,314 ft
Space Florida Launch and Landing Facility
KTTS — Longest runway: 15,001 ft
Treasure Coast International Airport
FPR — Longest runway: 6,492 ft
Orlando International Airport
MCO — Longest runway: 12,005 ft
Kissimmee Gateway Airport
ISM — Longest runway: 6,001 ft
Orlando Executive Airport
ORL — Longest runway: 6,004 ft
Orlando Sanford International Airport
SFB — Longest runway: 11,002 ft
Airport Resources
Quick Facts
- IATA Code
- MLB
- ICAO Code
- KMLB
- Elevation
- 33 ft
- Runways
- 3
- Longest Runway
- 10,181 ft
- Location
- Melbourne, Florida