Where do we drop you off at Melbourne Airport?
- Drop-off point
- For departures we drop you at your terminal’s departures forecourt. For arrivals, we confirm the pick-up area by SMS or phone, as airport pick-up zones are separate from the terminal doors and can change.
- Accessible entrance
- Each terminal has step-free access from the forecourt into check-in and arrivals, with lifts and ramps between levels. Tell us your airline so we head to the right terminal.
- Parking & waiting
- Waiting at the kerb is not permitted, so drivers wait in the designated area until you have collected your bags. Adding your flight number lets us time this around your actual landing.
- Accessibility
- Terminals have lifts, accessible toilets and assistance available through your airline. If you need wheelchair assistance inside the terminal, arrange it with your airline when you book your flight.
- Address
- Melbourne Airport VIC 3045
Tips from our drivers for Melbourne Airport
- Add your flight number when booking so we track delays and early arrivals.
- Tell us your airline and whether the flight is domestic or international; international flights use Terminal 2.
- Groups and families with lots of luggage should book the Maxi WAT.
- Book early-morning departures the day before, with time for check-in and security.
Melbourne Airport at Tullamarine is the city’s main airport, handling both international flights and the majority of domestic services. It has four terminals, with international flights operating from Terminal 2 and domestic flights spread across the other terminals by airline.
For people on the Mornington Peninsula and in Frankston, Tullamarine is on the far side of Melbourne, and getting there with luggage before a dawn flight is a real hassle. Long-term parking adds up over a holiday, and asking a friend to drive across the city at 4am is a big favour. Coming home after a long-haul flight, few people feel like driving. Families heading away for school holidays also need room for suitcases, prams and car seats.
Taxi Peninsula runs airport transfers 24 hours a day. Add your flight number and we track your flight, so your driver is ready when you land, even if you are early or delayed. Our drivers help with bags, sedans suit couples and solo travellers, and the Maxi WAT carries larger groups or wheelchair users with their luggage. You will see a fare estimate when booking, and fixed quotes are available on request.
How long does it take to get to Melbourne Airport?
- Melbourne Airportabout 5 min
- Melbourne CBDabout 25 min
- Dandenongabout 65 min
- Avalon Airportabout 65 min
- Seafordabout 70 min
- Carrum Downsabout 75 min
A rough guide without traffic. We allow extra time for loading your wheelchair.
Questions about taxis to Melbourne Airport
What happens if my flight into Melbourne Airport is delayed?
Add your flight number when you book and we track your flight. If it lands late, your pick-up moves with it, and if it lands early, we adjust where possible. Once you have your bags, call or reply to your confirmation and we will direct you to the driver in the airport pick-up area.
Can you take a family with lots of luggage to the airport?
Yes. Tell us how many people are travelling and how much luggage you have. A sedan suits smaller groups, while our Maxi WAT carries up to six seated passengers plus luggage, or wheelchairs and their users. Drivers load and unload your bags at both ends.
Where will you drop me off at Melbourne Airport?
For departures we drop you at your terminal’s departures forecourt. For arrivals, we confirm the pick-up area by SMS or phone, as airport pick-up zones are separate from the terminal doors and can change.
Can you wait or pick me up after my appointment at Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport?
Each terminal has step-free access from the forecourt into check-in and arrivals, with lifts and ramps between levels. Tell us your airline so we head to the right terminal.
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 Melbourne Airport (official website)