Melbourne International Airport (MEL)

Taxi from Melbourne International Airport to Melbourne, fare, estimate & time

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Metered taxi + an airport levy. Uber, Ola and DiDi are legal, picked up from a set zone. The estimated fare to Melbourne is A$40-A$64. The official taxi rank is just outside arrivals, don't go with anyone offering a ride inside the terminal.

Melbourne International Airport is about 19 km northwest of Melbourne from Melbourne.

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How much is a taxi from Melbourne International Airport to Melbourne?

Roughly A$40-A$64 at the local tariff. Many airports run a flat fare to zones, ask at the taxi desk first.

Can I get Uber / Bolt from Melbourne International Airport?

Metered taxi + an airport levy. Uber, Ola and DiDi are legal, picked up from a set zone.

Taxi or a pre-booked transfer?

A taxi is cheaper for a short ride and one or two people. A pre-booked transfer is worth it for a late arrival, heavy bags, kids, or when you don't want to haggle, the price is fixed upfront.

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Written and checked by the Around the World team. We compare prices across the major providers, cross-check official sources, and update when something changes. We have no stake in any one provider — links are affiliate links, and the price is the same for you.

Sources: Distances & fares: distance calc + local tariff · Official airport site: https://www.melbourneairport.com.au

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