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.

 1. Overnight closure of Carriageway 1 on the following dates; 

• Monday 30/03 - Thursday 02/03 Carriageway 1 from 01:00 to 04:00

Changes during this time:

• Uber and Taxi (T1 & T2) relocated to Public Pick-Up Lane 2 (Carriageway 3)
• Public Pick-Up continues in Lane 1 (Carriageway 4)
• Passengers are encouraged to use T1 or T4 Uber/Taxi ranks where possible

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 30th, 31st March and 1st April. 

8B. Single lane closure between 11pm & 4am on 1st April  

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

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

10B. Overnight Closure on Value Bus Pick at Terminal 1. Tuesday 31/03 - Terminal 1 Value Car Park Bus Pick up Location 1 from 22:00 to 06:00

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. Lane closures on both sides of the median between Terminal Dr and Airport Dr from Monday 30 to Tuesday 31 March 2026, 10PM to 4AM.

• 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