According to figures revealed on Wednesday during a meeting of the Melbourne Airport Authority, the Melbourne Orlando International Airport saw a total of 747, 691 passengers pass through its doors last year… the second highest total in its 95 year history, and close to the all time high of 755,723 total passengers recorded in 1990. The total for 2023 included 498,910 domestic passengers and 231,472 international passengers. The local airport’s total incoming and departing passengers is up an incredible 88% from 372,287 in 2021 to 701,257 in 2022, and the total from 2023 represents a 6.6% year-over-year increase. A little history now… what is now Melbourne Orlando International Airport began back in 1928, with the purchase of 10 acres of cattle pasture for $500.