October departures from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB) are best planned with multi-stop itineraries that combine Australian domestic flights to Brisbane (BNE) or Sydney (SYD) with trans-Pacific carriers via Los Angeles (LAX) or Dallas (DFW). October weather in Cairns trends warm and humid with occasional storms as the wet season approaches; pack lightweight rain gear and plan buffer time for domestic connections. To secure cheap October fares, subscribe to price alerts, be open to longer layovers, and compare alliance combinations (Qantas + American vs. Fiji Airways + United). Nearby destinations accessible from Cairns include the Great Barrier Reef, Port Douglas, Kuranda, Townsville, and Daintree National Park—consider adding a multi-day stopover for reef access before heading to MLB.
October arrivals to Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB) enjoy mild fall weather and easy access to Space Coast attractions. After clearing U.S. procedures at your first port of entry, ground options from MLB include rental cars, rideshares, and shuttles to Melbourne, Cocoa Beach, and Cape Canaveral. October is a good time to explore Orlando theme parks with fewer humidity-related closures, and local events like small fall festivals often make accommodations attractive outside peak summer. For best-value October stays, book hotels and rental cars in advance and compare options across nearby Orlando and Cocoa Beach.