Road delays and disruptions

We’re continuing major works as part of Naarm Way Stage 2, a new road network designed to make access to Melbourne Airport easier in the future. While construction continues, there will be some changes to access and traffic conditions around the airport this week.

Please allow extra time for your journey and follow detour signs and staff directions on site.

 1a. Overnight closure of Carriageway 2 & Carriageway 3 on the following dates; 

• Tuesday 24/03 Carriageway 2 from 00:00 to 04:00
• Tuesday 24/03 Carriageway 3 from 04:00 to 07:00

Off-airport buses, groups and charters temporarily relocated to Public Pick-Up Lane 2 (Carriageway 3).  
Public Pick-Up in Lane 1 (Carriageway 4) will continue to operate during this time.

1b. Uber and Taxi (T1 & T2 ranks) temporarily relocated to Public Pick-Up Lane 2 (Carriageway 3).
Public Pick-Up in Lane 1 (Carriageway 4) will continue to operate during this time.
Passengers are advised to use T4 and T1 Uber/Taxi ranks to avoid disruptions during this period.

2. Lift Upgrades - continue until March 2026. Two lifts remain open in each lobby.

3. Access to Levels 3–6 - Take front lifts to Level 2, then follow signs to the rear lift lobby.

4. PARKROYAL: Level 2 Access and access from the terminal side of the building closed. Follow detour signage for access through the T123 carpark ground floor via the dedicated central Park Royal lifts.

5. Bay Closures - 2,400 bays closed.

6. Car Rental Returns Entry/ Exit –

• Enter via Centre Road, until mid 2026.
• Centre Road exit closed until August 2026

7. Arrival Drive - Reduced to three lanes until the end of March 2026.

8A. Triple lane closures between 11pm to 4am on 24th, 25th, 26th March.

8B. Single lane closure between 10am & 3pm on 24th March

9 Pedestrian Access from Value Carpark – Pedestrians to be switched on to new pavement alignment on 26th March.

10. Departure Drive (T1 End): Single Lane closure until End of March 2026.

12. Access closed: Access remains closed.

12. We’re upgrading Sunbury Road to prepare for the future third runway. Expect intermittent lane closures and delays. Stay updated via the link below. Stay informed about changes and delays at this page.

13. Centre Rd slip lane closure 10am to 3pm 26th & 27th March.

• Staff are available to assist in the forecourt area.
• Please allow up to 60 minutes of additional travel time due to detours, delays, and extended walking routes.
• For quicker pick-ups, use Terminal 4 Pick-Up Area to avoid congestion at T123.
• For the latest updates on major works, visit:
   melbourneairport.com.au/community/road-delays-and-disruptions