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 | Book |
| Terminal Parking | $392.00 | Walk: 1 - 12 min |
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| Premium Self-Parking | $632.00 | Walk: 2 - 5 min | Book |
| Air Travel Parking | $96.00 | Shuttle: 8 min | Book |
| Jetaway Airport Parking | $102.00 | Shuttle: 10 min | Book |
| Melrose Airport Parking | $125.49 | Shuttle: 8 -12 min | Book |
Melbourne Airport's most popular short-term parking options are the Value, Terminal, and Premium Self-Park lots. The Value Car Park is the cheapest, requiring a 3-8 minute shuttle ride, while the Premium Self-Park is the most expensive, with just a 2-5 minute walk to the terminal.
For 0-10 minutes, travellers can park for free at the Terminal lot, $12.00 at the Value Car Park, and $25.00 at the Premium lot. For 6-24 hours, rates are $12.00 at the Value Car Park, $49.00 at the Terminal, and $79.00 at Premium. Parking for one week at the Value Car Park costs $96.00, while Terminal and Premium prices rise to $392.00 and $632.00. Two-week rates are $180.00 at Value, $735.00 at Terminal, and $1,155 at the Premium Car Park.
These car parks offer convenient access to the terminals, but other short-term options exist. See below for a full overview of rates and additional parking choices.
| 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. Off-site car parks at Melbourne Airport will generally be cheaper than on-site car parks.
Travellers at Melbourne Airport can park for 2–3 hours at the Value, Terminal, or Premium Car Parks. Prices range from $12.00 to $75.00, with the Value Car Park being the most affordable but located further from the terminals. In contrast, the Premium Car Park is the most expensive at $75.00 for 2–3 hours, offering the convenience of parking right at the terminal 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 December 2024.
