Overview
In preparation for the new Pick Up and Drop Off zones, we need to close the Tullamarine Freeway to install overhead road signage.
Traffic changes
- From 10pm Tuesday 17 February to 5am Wednesday 18 February the Tullamarine Freeway will be closed in both directions between Mickleham and Sunbury roads. Detours will be in place via Sharps Road and Airport Drive.
- From 9pm Thursday 19 February to 5am Friday 20 February the Tullamarine Freeway will be closed airport bound under the Mickleham Road bridge. Detours will be in place via the Mickleham Road on-ramp and off-ramp.
- Temporary lane closures and speed reductions on the Tullamarine Freeway in both directions near the airport will be in place before, in-between and after these works.
- Detours will be in place for travellers coming to and from the airport, including to and from Sunbury. Signage will be in place to guide you.
- Please allow an extra 30 minutes if you’re travelling to the airport during this time.
These works are subject to weather conditions and may be rescheduled if required.
If you have any accessibility needs, please visit our Melbourne Airport Assist service website: melbourneairport.com.au/onsite-mobility-hubs for information on our free support services.
Detour maps (17 February 2026)
City to Airport Detour:
Tuesday 17 February 10pm to 5am
Airport to City Detour:
Tuesday 17 February 10pm to 5am
City to Sunbury & Sunbury to City Detour:
Tuesday 17 February 10pm to 5am
Detour Map (19 February 2026)
City to Airport:
Thursday 19 February 9pm to 5am
New Pick Up and Drop Off zones. Opening late 2026.
We’re getting ready for a big change to the way you pick up and drop off at Melbourne Airport. In late 2026 we’ll open our new, free and expanded Pick Up and Drop Off zones for passengers using Terminal 1 (Qantas Domestic), Terminal 2 (International) and Terminal 3 (Virgin Australia) in the new T123 Transport Hub.
There’ll be a new dedicated exit from the Tullamarine Freeway and more room for your hellos and goodbyes. The new Pick Up and Drop Off zones will allow us to start expanding the International Terminal. We’ll have plenty of support on hand to help guide you through the changes.
Thanks for your patience while we’re building your airport.
FAQs about the overnight freeway closures
- What roads will be closed overnight on Tuesday 17 February?
From 10pm Tuesday 17 February to 5am Wednesday 18 February the Tullamarine Freeway will be closed in both directions between Mickleham and Sunbury roads. Detours will be in place via Sharps Road and Airport Drive.
- What roads will be closed overnight on Thursday 19 February?
From 9pm Thursday 19 February to 5am Friday 20 February the Tullamarine Freeway will be closed airport bound under the Mickleham Road bridge. Detours will be in place via the Mickleham Road on-ramp and off-ramp.
- How much extra time do I need to get to the airport?
Please allow an extra 30 minutes if you’re travelling to the airport during these outage periods.
- Are there detours maps for each closure?
Yes, detour maps can be found on our website: https://www.melbourneairport.com.au/overnight-closures-on-tullamarine-freeway
- Why are these closures happening?
We’re getting ready for a big change to the way you pick up and drop off at Melbourne Airport. In late 2026 we’ll open our new, free and expanded Pick Up and Drop Off zones for passengers using Terminal 1 (Qantas Domestic), Terminal 2 (International) and Terminal 3 (Virgin Australia) in the new T123 Transport Hub.
There’ll be a new dedicated exit from the Tullamarine Freeway and more room for your hellos and goodbyes. The new Pick Up and Drop Off zones will allow us to start expanding the International Terminal. We’ll have plenty of support on hand to help guide you through the changes.
Thanks for your patience while we’re building your airport.
- What roads will be closed overnight on Tuesday 17 February?
From 10pm Tuesday 17 February to 5am Wednesday 18 February the Tullamarine Freeway will be closed in both directions between Mickleham and Sunbury roads. Detours will be in place via Sharps Road and Airport Drive.
- What roads will be closed overnight on Thursday 19 February?
From 9pm Thursday 19 February to 5am Friday 20 February the Tullamarine Freeway will be closed airport bound under the Mickleham Road bridge. Detours will be in place via the Mickleham Road on-ramp and off-ramp.
- How much extra time do I need to get to the airport?
Please allow an extra 30 minutes if you’re travelling to the airport during these outage periods.
- Are there detours maps for each closure?
Yes, detour maps can be found on our website: https://www.melbourneairport.com.au/overnight-closures-on-tullamarine-freeway
- Why are these closures happening?
We’re getting ready for a big change to the way you pick up and drop off at Melbourne Airport. In late 2026 we’ll open our new, free and expanded Pick Up and Drop Off zones for passengers using Terminal 1 (Qantas Domestic), Terminal 2 (International) and Terminal 3 (Virgin Australia) in the new T123 Transport Hub.
There’ll be a new dedicated exit from the Tullamarine Freeway and more room for your hellos and goodbyes. The new Pick Up and Drop Off zones will allow us to start expanding the International Terminal. We’ll have plenty of support on hand to help guide you through the changes.
Thanks for your patience while we’re building your airport.