Explore convenient short-term parking at Melbourne Airport. Choose from the Value Car Park, Terminal Car Park, Premium Car Park, and more. Compare rates and find the perfect option for you:
| Car Park | Cost per Week | Service + Travel Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Value Car Park | $96.00 | Shuttle: 3 - 8 min | Info |
| Terminal Car Parks 1, 2, 3, 4 | $392.00 | Walk: 1 - 12 min | Info |
| Premium Self-Parking | $632.00 | Walk: 2 - 5 min | Info |
| Jetaway Airport Parking | $93.75 | Shuttle: 10 min | Book |
| Melrose Airport Parking | $126.75 | Shuttle: 8 -12 min | Book |
The most popular short-term car parks are the Value, Terminal, and Premium Self Park lots. Parking at the three will differ drastically, with the Value Car Park being the cheapest on-site option overall. For 0 - 10 minutes, travellers can park at the Terminal lot for free, at the Value Car Park for $12.00, and at the Premium Car Park for $25.00. At 6 - 24 hours, travellers can park with the Value Car Park for $12.00, the Terminal Car Park for $49.00, and the Premium lot for $79.00. At one week, prices increase to only $96.00 at the Value Car Park, but $392.00 and $632.00 at the Terminal & Premium lots. For two weeks of parking, rates at the Value Car Park increase to $180.00, and up to $735.00 and $1,155 at the Premium lot.
While these car parks are great for convenient access to the terminals, they are not the only car parks available for short term parking at Melbourne Airport, see below for an overview of where to park depending on what rates you want to spend, in addition to hourly & daily rates for the official car parks:
| Duration | Value Car Park Rates | Terminal Car Park Rates | Premium Car Park Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 10 min | $12.00 | $0.00 | $25.00 |
| 15 - 30 min | $12.00 | $15.00 | $25.00 |
| 30 - 1 hr | $12.00 | $15.00 | $25.00 |
| 1 - 2 hr | $12.00 | $30.00 | $50.00 |
| 2 - 3 hr | $12.00 | $45.00 | $75.00 |
| 3 - 4 hr | $12.00 | $49.00 | $79.00 |
| 4 - 6 hr | $12.00 | $49.00 | $79.00 |
| 6 - 24 hr | $12.00 | $49.00 | $79.00 |
| 2 days | $24.00 | $98.00 | $158.00 |
| 3 days | $36.00 | $147.00 | $237.00 |
| 4 days | $48.00 | $196.00 | $316.00 |
| 5 days | $60.00 | $245.00 | $395.00 |
| 6 days | $72.00 | $294.00 | $474.00 |
| 7 days | $84.00 | $343.00 | $553.00 |
| 8 days | $96.00 | $392.00 | $632.00 |
| 9 days | $108.00 | $441.00 | $711.00 |
| 10 days | $120.00 | $490.00 | $790.00 |
| 11 days | $132.00 | $539.00 | $869.00 |
| 12 days | $144.00 | $588.00 | $948.00 |
| 13 days | $156.00 | $637.00 | $1,027.00 |
| 14 days | $168.00 | $686.00 | $1,106.00 |
| Per extra day | $12.00 | $49.00 | $79.00 |
*Please note that these rates are drive-up parking rates, they may differ when booked ahead of time and online. Additionally, terminal drive-up rates include Terminal 1-4 car parks, while Premium drive-up rates include valet and business car parks.
Pick up & Drop Off at Terminals 1 - 3: Passengers arriving or departing from Terminals 1-3 and flying with Qantas or Virgin Australia, pickups and drop-offs are on the ground level outside these terminals.
Pick up & Drop Off at Terminal 4: Passengers arriving or departing from Terminal 4 and flying with Jetstar, Rex, or AirNorth, pickups are on Level 1 at the Terminal 4 Car Park. Designated airport signs will guide travellers whether arriving or departing.
Please note that vehicles can only stop for 1-2 minutes for pickups at these terminals and car parks before being instructed to move by a kerbside officer. For longer waits, use the Wait Zone, free for 30 minutes, located on Mercer Drive off the Tullamarine Freeway. Beyond 30 minutes, a fee of $4 applies for up to 1 hour. Additionally, you can park for free for 15 minutes in terminal car parks 1-4; after 15 minutes, the rate is $15 per hour.
Travellers can expect to spend between $12.00 - $79.00 for one day of parking at Melbourne Airport. Parking for 3 days will cost between $36.00 - $237.00, while parking for 8 days, or 1 week, will cost between $93.00 - $632.00. The least expensive short term car park will be Jetaway or the Value Car Park, as they charge the lowest rates, but both are situated some a few minute shuttle ride away from the airport terminals.
Travellers can park under 3 hours at the Value, Terminal, or Premium Car Park at Melbourne Airport. For 2–3 hours of parking at these car parks, expect to spend between $12.00 - $75.00. The Value Car Park will be the most affordable, but the furthest from the Terminals, whereas the Premium Car Park will be the most expensive, at $75.00 for 2 - 3 hours, but leave you right at the terminals doors.
Yes. You can drive to any of the on-site car parks at Melbourne Airport on your day of departure and scan your credit card to gain entry. Keep in mind that many car parks will be full during peak travel season, and drive-up rates will be costlier than if you were to book online, even a few hours in advance.
All costs cited are approximate and subject to change as prices fluctuate based on a variety of factors such as capacity, duration, and service type. The rates quoted were taken based on advanced online booking, with estimations taken in June 2024.
