Overview
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.
Due to ongoing construction in the T123 car park pick-up and drop-off areas, passengers should plan for potential delays of up to an hour during peak times.
To avoid congestion, we recommend using the equivalent pick-up and drop-off facilities at nearby Terminal 4 car park, just a short 10-minute walk from Terminals 1, 2, and 3. Simply drive to the Terminal 4 Car Park and proceed to Level 2 for drop-offs or Level 1 for pick-ups.
Please refer to the map below, where each impact is labelled with a corresponding number for easy reference.
Terminal 1, 2, 3 Forecourt
Nighttime changes
1A. Taxi, Uber & Skybus (Carriageway 1) – Ongoing full-lane closure from 11 – 14 November from 1am - 4am. Intermittent nighttime diversions in place between 1am to 4am, follow signage and staff instruction on ground.
Daytime changes
1A. Taxi, Uber & Skybus (Carriageway 1) – 4 bays closed at Terminal 2 from 11 – 14 November, with pedestrian detour via T2 Arrivals Hall. Travelers can use the T1 or T4 Taxi/Uber ranks to avoid disruption.
1B. Off-airport bus, groups and charters (Carriageway 2) – Parts of the footpath and No Parking zone closed until 28 November.
Pedestrian detours in place.
1C. Public Pick up Lane 1 (Carriageway 3) – Afternoon off-peak lane closure from 10-14 November. Two bays and No Parking zone closed until 28 November. Pedestrian detour in place.
1D. Public Pick up Lane 2 (Carriageway 4) – Afternoon off-peak lane closures 10-14 November. Ten bays closed until early 2026 for bridge construction.
Terminal 1, 2, 3 Car Park
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 closed, and front access closed use ground floor for access via central Park Royal lifts instead following detour signage.
5. Bay Closures - Around 2,200 bays closed during work.
6. T123 Car Park Entrance - Single-lane access until December 2025.
7. Car Rental Returns Entry/ Exit - Enter via Centre Road, exit via the T1 end till mid 2026 (Centre Road exit closed).
Terminal Drive / Arrivals Drive / Departures Drive
8. Arrival Drive - Reduced to three lanes.
9. Pedestrian Access from Value Carpark - Temporary detour in place.
10. Departure Drive (T1 End): Single lane closure until December 2025.
11. Terminal Drive - Single Lane closure, Monday 10th November between 10am to 3pm. See 16 below.
Business Carpark
12. Access Closed: Access remains closed during work.
Melbourne Drive
13. Lane Closure on Melbourne Drive at the Centre Road corner on 10 November, between 10am to 4:30pm
Sunbury Road
14. 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.
Airport Drive
15. Daily eastbound and westbound lane closures between APAC Dr and Centre Rd between 7am to 5pm.
Tips for Travellers
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

