The car parks at Melbourne Airport are busy

The car parks at Melbourne Airport are busy this week The Value Car Park is nearly sold out Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday. If you do have a car park booking, please arrive 30 minutes earlier than usual and have your QR code ready for a smooth entry and exit. Due to ongoing construction in the Terminal T1 T2 T3 car park pick-up and drop-off areas, passengers should plan for potential delays of up to an hour during peak times if you are being dropped off by a loved one, taxi or Uber. To avoid congestion, we recommend using the equivalent pick-up and drop-off facilities at nearby Terminal 4 car park, which is a 10-minute walk to and 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. Thank you for your patience while we are building your airport.

Extra taxi ranks for extra convenience

We are making it easier for you to find a taxi or Uber when you arrive at Melbourne Airport. Extra taxi and Uber ranks zones have been created due to feedback from passengers, drivers and staff, and are designed to improve your access to transport.

For more information please visit https://www.melbourneairport.com.au/extra-taxi-and-uber-zones

Taxi ranks

Taxi ranks are located close all terminals. The Melbourne CBD is approximately a 30 minute fare from Melbourne Airport. 

Estimate your fare here.

For your safety you should not accept any offer of taxi services outside of the designated taxi ranks at Terminals 1, 2, and 4​.

Pre-booked taxis

You can pre-book a taxi to pick you up from the airport. Pick-up will be at the north end of the Terminal 1, 2 & 3 Car Park (closest to Terminal 1). 

A Melbourne Airport access fee of $4.78 (inc GST) applies to all pick-ups from an airport taxi rank. The fee is included in the taxi fare, and there is no airport charge for drop-off.

Please see map below for Taxi rank locations.

Taxi ranks locations map

Ready to hit the road?

Follow these simple steps to ensure you're hopping into a registered taxi vehicle.

For your safety,  please decline offers of taxis both inside and outside the terminals. Authorised taxis wait at designated taxi ranks at Terminals 1, 2, and 4, clearly marked with signage. This ensures licensed and safe drivers, keeping you away from potential scams.

Before approaching the taxi, make sure the taxi and the driver are displaying their accredited taxi service number. Once you've confirmed the taxi and driver details, you're good to go! Load your luggage and settle in.

Remember these essential tips:

  • Never accept a ride from anyone offering taxi services inside or outside the airport terminals.
  • Make sure you look for the official accredited taxi service number.
  • If you have any concerns, please contact the taxi operator directly.