A19 Arrival Dr, Melbourne Airport VIC 3045, Australia
Open 24/7, the Terminal 1, 2, 3 Car Park is an undercover, multi-level parking facility located just a 7 to 12-minute walk from Terminals 1, 2, and 3, making it one of the most convenient yet expensive parking options at Melbourne Airport.
While its prime location provides easy access to the terminals, it does come at a premium, especially for long-term parking.
✓ Covered parking with an outdoor rooftop
✓ Free parking for 15 minutes
✓ ACROD & oversized parking bays located on Level 1
✓ 2-hour grace period for bookings longer than 4 hours
✓ 7-12 minute walk from the car park to the terminal via a link-bridge
⚠️ Height restrictions: 2.25 meters
⚠️ Oversized vehicles like trucks or caravans are not permitted
⚠️ One of the most expensive Melbourne Airport parking options
We show you the same price as the car parks themselves, and don't add additional reservation costs!
Drive to the car park, choose a space and unload your luggage
You can walk to the terminal in 5 minutes or less
Simply walk back to the car park
Exit the car park and drive home
The Terminal 1,2,3 Car Park vs. Other Melbourne Airport Car Parks
| Features | Terminal 1,2,3 Car Park | Melrose Airport Parking | A1 Airport Parking |
| Fully Indoor | ❌ | ✅ | Indoor & outdoor parking |
| On-demand shuttle | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Oversized vehicles | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Open 24/7 | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| On-site staff | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Walk to the terminal | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Bookable online | ✅ | Book | Book |
If you plan to pay upon arrival, scan your credit card at the entry gate. Remember, you must use the same credit card to exit the car park; otherwise, you may be charged twice without the possibility of a refund.
The Terminal 1,2,3 car park is located off Arrival Drive. There are signs for the Terminal car park; however, many travellers have noted they are not conspicuous, making it difficult to find the entrance.
Additionally, many report having to circle the multilevel facility multiple times to find an available parking bay.
To avoid the risk of delays, we highly recommend arriving at least 20 minutes earlier than usual when parking here.
Based on past customer reviews, there are a few things to be aware of when considering parking at the Terminal 1,2,3 car park:
⚠️Finding a space can take time. Many drivers spend 10–15 minutes circling the car park, especially around holidays.
⚠️Entry gates don’t always lift automatically. Keep a screenshot of your booking handy in case the QR code won’t scan, and you need to use the customer support.
⚠️There have been some reports of break-ins. Do not leave valuables in your car.
⚠️Extra charges can add up if you run past your booked time, which often happens during busy periods.
⚠️The address links sent via email can sometimes direct drivers to the wrong car park. Always check the on-site signs before entering.
⚠️Currently, there is construction going on, leading to fewer available spots and significant congestion. Arrive earlier than needed.
✅ Plan to spend extra time (10+minutes) finding a spot, especially if you are parking during a holiday week or peak travel hours. This is recommended even if you pre-booked your spot.
✅ Have a screenshot of your booking if the QR code does not work (this is known to happen at times).
✅ Arrive early (15-20 minutes) to avoid unexpected delays at entry, exit, or while making payments.
✅ Do not leave any valuables in your car due to the possibility of break-ins. Keep your rearview mirrors turned in to avoid dents or scratches.
You can modify or cancel your reservation up to 2 hours before your scheduled arrival time via Melbourne Airport's official website.
If you need to cancel within 2 hours of arrival, contact the customer service team at (+61) 3 9297 1318 for assistance.
💡Parking Tip: Bookings over 4 hours come with a 2-hour grace period, while shorter stays include a 1-hour grace period, so don't worry too much about arriving a bit past your return time!
Rates at the Melbourne Airport Terminal 1, 2, & 3 car park start at $17 for 15 - 30 minutes, $47 for 2 - 3 hours, $54 for 1 day, $162 for 3 days, and $324 for 6 days.
After that, rates increase to $432 for 1 week of parking, and $810 for 2 weeks.
Each day thereafter is $54 per day.
| Duration | Rates |
|---|---|
| 0 - 15 mins | Free |
| 15 - 30 mins | $17.00 |
| 30 mins - 1 hour | $17.00 |
| 1 - 2 hours | $32.00 |
| 2 - 3 hours | $47.00 |
| 3 - 4 hours | $51.00 |
| 4 - 5 hours | $52.00 |
| 5 - 6 hours | $52.00 |
| 6 - 23 hours | $53.00 |
| 1 day | $54.00 |
| 2 days | $108.00 |
| 3 days | $162.00 |
| 4 days | $216.00 |
| 5 days | $270.00 |
| 6 days | $324.00 |
| 7 days | $378.00 |
| 8 days | $432.00 |
| 9 days | $486.00 |
| 10 days | $540.00 |
| 11 days | $594.00 |
| 12 days | $648.00 |
| 13 days | $702.00 |
| 14 days | $756.00 |
| *Every day thereafter will incur a daily fee of $54.00. |
The rates shown above are drive-up rates and therefore will be different from those displayed when booking your car park online.
✅Depending on which level you park on, travellers can expect a 7-12 minute walk to T1-T3.
✅ All floors of the Terminal 1,2,3 car park are undercover except for the roof, which is outdoor, and often, the most vacant level.
✅The terminal car parks at Melbourne Airport are generally secure as they have automated entry and exit, and are closest to the terminal.
However, break-in's have been reported at the terminal car parks. Always remove your valueables from your vehicle before leaving it.
If security is a concern, we recommend looking at a private car park. These are smaller than the airport’s own facilities and have staff and patrols on-site, which means your vehicle is watched more closely.
✅Travellers can cancel their booking, for free, within 2 hours of arrival at the car park.
✅The Terminal 1,2,3 car park at Melbourne Airport is certainly one of the most convenient car parks for travellers flying from T1-T3, as it is a 7-12 minute walk from the car park to the terminal(s).
However, it is definitely not the cheapest, as rates range from $160-$392 for 1 week of parking.
A more affordable, and secure, alternative would be indoor parking at Park and Fly Airport Parking, which offers on-demand drop-off and pick-up outside Terminal 1-3, 24/7.
All the parking rates cited are approximate and subject to change without notice. Parking rates associated with 'one week' above, are for 1 week (8 days). Please note that ParkMundo does not compare all the airport car parking spaces available in the market, and cannot consider specific needs and individual requirements. Always read the terms and conditions before booking.
