Melbourne Airport Car Packing Rates and Payment Steps

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a major international airport located in Tullamarine, Victoria, Australia, approximately 23 kilometres northwest of Melbourne's city centre.

As the second busiest airport in Australia, Melbourne Airport serves as a critical hub for Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar, connecting millions of domestic and international passengers annually.

The airport offers flights to a vast array of destinations across Australia, Asia, the Americas, Europe, and the Pacific, catering to a diverse range of travellers including holidaymakers, business professionals, and those visiting friends and family.

Melbourne Airport (MEL) Information

• Full Name: Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine Airport)
• IATA Code: MEL
• ICAO Code: YMML
• Operator: Australia Pacific Airports Corporation Limited (APAC)
• Location: Tullamarine, Victoria, Australia.
• Terminals: Melbourne Airport has four main passenger terminals, all located within the same airport precinct:
• T1 (Qantas Domestic): Primarily used by Qantas for domestic flights.
• T2 (International): Handles all international flights.
• T3 (Virgin Australia Domestic): Primarily used by Virgin Australia for domestic flights.
• T4 (Budget Domestic): Serves budget airlines like Jetstar, Rex, and Bonza for domestic flights.
  Car parks are strategically located to serve these terminals.

Procedure for Pre-Booking Parking at Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport strongly encourages pre-booking parking online through its official website. This can offer significant savings compared to drive-up rates and guarantees your space, especially during peak travel periods.

1. Access Official Portal: Visit https://www.melbourneairport.com.au/parking.
2. Enter Details: Input your entry and exit dates and times.
3. Get Quote & Compare: The system will show available parking options (e.g., Value, Terminal, Premium, Valet) and their pre-booked prices.
4. Select & Pay: Choose your preferred option, enter personal and vehicle details, and complete the secure online payment.
5. Confirmation: You'll receive a booking confirmation email, often with a QR code or instructions for ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) entry/exit.

Melbourne Airport Parking Charges for Drive-Up Rates

If you haven't pre-booked, drive-up rates will apply, which are generally higher. All prices are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and inclusive of GST.

The following tables detail the standard drive-up parking charges at various Melbourne Airport car parks.

Melbourne Airport Drive-Up Parking Charges at Terminal Car Parks (T1, T2, T3 & T4)
(Rates for Terminal 1, 2, 3 & 4 Car Parks)

Melbourne Airport Drive-Up Parking Charges for Premium Parking
(Includes Premium Self Park, Premium Valet, and Premium Car Parks)

Melbourne Airport Drive-Up Parking Charges for Value Car Park

Melbourne Airport Drive-Up Parking Charges for Value Express Car Park
(Value Express is calculated by adding a one-off $24 upgrade fee to the corresponding Value parking rate for each duration)

Melbourne Airport Drive-Up Parking Charges for Qantas Valet

Melbourne Airport Parking Charges at the Wait Zone
(Intended for short waits while picking up passengers)

Full Drive-Up Rate Table for Longer Stays (Days 1-14 & Extra Day)

Melbourne Airport Car Park Payment Procedures

Procedure for Pre-Booked Parking Online:

1. Payment: Completed online at the time of booking via the official Melbourne Airport website.
2. Entry: Drive to your pre-booked car park. The ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) system should recognise your vehicle's number plate, and the boom gate will open automatically.
3. QR Code Backup: If the boom gate does not open, scan the QR code from your booking confirmation email at the entry station. Do not take a paper ticket if you have pre-booked.
4. Exit: The ANPR system will recognise your vehicle on exit, and the boom gate will open. If there are issues, use the QR code or press the intercom for assistance.

Procedure for Drive-Up Parking (Paying on Site):

1. Entry: Drive to the car park entry. Take a ticket from the entry boom gate or allow ANPR to log your entry if it's a ticketless system. Keep any issued ticket safe.
2. Park: Find an available parking bay in the appropriate car park.
3. Payment (Before Returning to Car or At Exit):
• Automated Pay Stations: Before returning to your vehicle, locate an automated Pay Station (payment kiosk) within the car park or terminal. Insert your entry ticket or enter your vehicle registration number. The machine will calculate the fee.
• Pay at Exit (Card Only): Most exit gates allow direct payment via credit or debit card. Insert your entry ticket (if applicable), then follow prompts to pay with your card.
4. Pay Amount: Pay using an accepted credit card or debit card. Some pay stations may accept cash (AUD).
5. Validate Ticket/Exit: Retrieve your validated ticket (if applicable) or receipt. The boom gate will lift. There is usually a short grace period to exit after payment.

Other Payment Information for Melbourne Airport Parking

• Accepted Cards: Major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express) and debit cards are accepted.
• Pick-up & Drop-off:
• Pick-up: The Wait Zone offers free parking for up to 1 hour, allowing drivers to wait until their passenger is ready to be collected from the public pick-up areas. For closer pick-up, the Terminal Car Parks offer a free 15-minute period.
• Drop-off: Use the dedicated drop-off zones in front of each terminal for quick departures. Some Terminal Car Parks also offer a short free period (e.g., 15 minutes) which can be used for drop-offs if more time is needed.

References for Melbourne Airport, Tullamarine, Victoria, Australia

• Melbourne Airport Official Website: https://www.melbourneairport.com.au/
• Melbourne Airport Official Parking Page & Drive-Up Rates: https://www.melbourneairport.com.au/drive-up-rates