Where do we drop you off at Essendon Fields Airport?
- Drop-off point
- We drop you at your operator’s terminal or building. The operator’s name and any address details on your itinerary help the driver.
- Accessible entrance
- Different operators at Essendon Fields use different terminal buildings. Tell us your operator and we will take you to the right entrance.
- Parking & waiting
- Parking is available on the airport precinct, but a taxi avoids leaving a car for the length of your trip.
- Accessibility
- Access depends on the operator’s building. Let us know if you need a step-free entrance and we will help you find it.
- Address
- Essendon Fields VIC 3041
Tips from our drivers for Essendon Fields Airport
- Bring your operator’s name and departure details when you book.
- Add your flight number or tail number for pick-ups if you have one.
- Allow for traffic across the city, particularly on the freeways at peak times.
Essendon Fields Airport is in Melbourne’s north-west, close to Essendon and Strathmore. Once Melbourne’s main airport, it now handles mainly business and private aviation, charter flights, and some regional services.
Peninsula residents fly from Essendon Fields for charter flights, business trips, regional connections and private flights. It is a long trip across the city from Frankston or the Mornington Peninsula, and charter departures are often early in the morning. Business travellers heading to meetings interstate often fly from here to save time, and regional services attract passengers who prefer its smaller scale. Without a car, getting there from the south-east involves a train into the city and another connection out again, which is impractical for an early departure with luggage. A direct taxi is far simpler, and you can be dropped at your operator’s door.
Taxi Peninsula provides 24-hour transfers between your home and Essendon Fields. We drop you at your operator’s building, help with luggage, and track your flight for return pick-ups where possible. Choose a sedan or, for larger groups or wheelchair users, our Maxi WAT. Fixed quotes are available on request.
How long does it take to get to Essendon Fields Airport?
- Melbourne Airportabout 10 min
- Melbourne CBDabout 15 min
- Dandenongabout 50 min
- Seafordabout 60 min
- Carrum Downsabout 60 min
- Frankstonabout 65 min
A rough guide without traffic. We allow extra time for loading your wheelchair.
Questions about taxis to Essendon Fields Airport
Is Essendon Fields the same as Melbourne Airport?
No. Essendon Fields is a separate airport closer to the city, used mainly for business jets, charter and some regional flights. Melbourne Airport at Tullamarine handles most commercial flights. Check your itinerary and enter the correct airport when you book.
Can you meet me after a charter flight into Essendon Fields?
Yes. Book a pick-up and include your operator’s name and expected arrival time, plus a flight number if you have one. We will confirm the meeting point by SMS or phone once you land, and the driver will help with your bags and take you straight home to the Peninsula.
Where will you drop me off at Essendon Fields Airport?
We drop you at your operator’s terminal or building. The operator’s name and any address details on your itinerary help the driver.
Can you wait or pick me up after my appointment at Essendon Fields Airport?
Yes. Book a return trip with an approximate time, then call or text us when you are ready. Appointments often run late, so we keep return pick-ups flexible.
Is there step-free access at Essendon Fields Airport?
Different operators at Essendon Fields use different terminal buildings. Tell us your operator and we will take you to the right entrance.
Can I travel in my power wheelchair or scooter?
Yes. Most manual and power wheelchairs fit, and you stay seated in your chair. Tell us the make, width and weight when you book so we send the right vehicle. Mobility scooters can travel when they can be safely restrained — please check with us first.
Can a carer or family member come too?
Yes. Carers, family and assistance animals are welcome. Include everyone in the passenger count so we send a vehicle with enough seats.
How do I pay?
Pay the driver by card or cash, use your Multi Purpose Taxi Program (MPTP) card, or choose "Account / invoice" for NDIS plan managers, aged-care providers and businesses.
Visiting hours, maps and contacts for Essendon Fields Airport (official website)