Melbourne Airport (MEL)

Arriving international passengers disembark into Terminal 2 and pass through passport control, baggage reclaim, and biosecurity inspection before entering the public arrivals hall.

• Complete the paper Incoming Passenger Card provided on board or available at desks prior to passport control.
• Proceed through immigration using automated SmartGates (eligible passport holders) or manual control desks.
• Collect checked luggage from the baggage carousels in the Terminal 2 international baggage hall.
• Pass through Australian biosecurity and customs checks, declaring any food, plant material, or animal products.
• Exit into the T2 arrivals hall, where ground transport, currency exchange, SIM card outlets, and taxi ranks are located.

• Zug

  SkyBus Melbourne City Express

  Runs direct between Melbourne Airport terminals and Southern Cross Station in central Melbourne.

  Dauer:

  Typically 30-45 minutes

  Typische Kosten:

  Roughly AUD 22-24 one-way

• Taxi

  Designated taxi ranks outside T1, T2, and T4

  Official taxi ranks operate 24/7 with metered fares and mandatory airport toll surcharges.

  Dauer:

  Typically 30-50 minutes depending on traffic

  Typische Kosten:

  Roughly AUD 60-90 including airport tolls

• Fahrdienste

  Uber, DiDi, Ola

  Pickups occur at designated rideshare pickup zones located outside Terminal 2 and the Terminal 4 transport hub.

  Dauer:

  Typically 30-50 minutes depending on traffic

  Typische Kosten:

  Roughly AUD 50-80 depending on demand and vehicle type

• Zug

  Public Transport Victoria (PTV)

  Route 901 bus connects the airport to Broadmeadows railway station, where Metro trains run into central Melbourne.

  Dauer:

  Typically 60-75 minutes

  Typische Kosten:

  Roughly AUD 5-10 (requires myki card)

Transfers between terminals are completed on foot, as all four terminals are connected within a single building complex.

• Follow indoor signage along the concourse to walk between Terminal 2 (international) and domestic terminals T1, T3, or T4.
• Walking between any two terminals typically takes 5 to 10 minutes.
• International-to-domestic transfer passengers must collect checked baggage, clear biosecurity in T2, and re-check bags at their domestic airline's check-in desk.

Free Wi-Fi access is available across all terminal areas for passengers.

• Select the network named 'Airport Free Wi-Fi' on your device.
• Accept the terms and conditions on the landing page portal to connect.
• No passwords or paid registration are required for general browsing.

Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) and foreign exchange counters are located throughout Terminal 2 and domestic terminals.

• ATMs supporting international Visa and Mastercard networks are located in T2 arrivals and departures.
• Currency exchange counters operate in Terminal 2 before and after security.
• Card payments (contactless and chip/PIN) are accepted across almost all Australian transit, retail, and dining outlets.

A wide choice of dining options operates across both landside and airside terminal areas.

• Terminal 2 features international food courts, cafés, and sit-down dining options before and after security.
• Terminal 4 houses a large food hall with diverse quick-service options accessible landside.
• Dietary options including vegetarian, vegan, and halal-certified options are available across major outlets.

Airline lounges and pay-per-use lounges are available in Terminal 2 and domestic terminals.

• Terminal 2 international airside hosts airline lounges for major international carriers and alliance partners.
• Independent pay-per-use lounges operate in Terminal 2, allowing entry via pre-booking or walk-up payment.
• Domestic lounges for Qantas and Virgin Australia are situated inside Terminals 1 and 3 respectively.

Multiple hotels are located within short walking distance of the terminal doors.

• PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport connects directly to Terminals 2 and 3 via a covered skybridge.
• Holiday Inn and Ibis Budget Melbourne Airport are located within 5 to 10 minutes' walk from the terminals.
• Hotel shuttle transfers operate for off-site accommodation located further around Tullamarine.

Luggage storage, wrapping, and assistance services are available landside.

• Short-term and long-term baggage storage facilities operate in Terminal 2.
• Luggage wrapping stations are located near international check-in areas in Terminal 2.
• Baggage trolleys are available free of charge throughout baggage claim and departure areas.

Family facilities are provided across all four terminals to support travellers with children.

• Parents' rooms equipped with baby-changing tables, feeding seats, and hot water amenities are located throughout the terminals.
• Children's play areas are situated near select gates in domestic and international zones.
• All public toilet blocks include accessible family facilities.

• Free Unlimited Wi-Fi
• Parents' Rooms
• Baggage Storage
• Foreign Exchange
• Multi-faith Prayer Room
• Service Animal Relief Area
• Accessible Toilets

Lokale Notrufnummer: 000 (Triple Zero)

• Dial 000 for emergency police, fire, or ambulance service anywhere in Australia.
• First aid support within the terminals can be requested through any airport staff member or information desk.
• If you lose your passport, notify Australian Border Force officers immediately and contact your foreign diplomatic mission.

• Prüfen Sie die Gültigkeit Ihres Reisepasses und ob ein Visum, eine ETA oder eine Einreiseerklärung erforderlich ist.
• Bestätigen Sie am Vortag Ihr Abflugterminal auf Ihrer Bordkarte.
• Aktivieren Sie eine Reise-eSIM, damit Sie sofort nach der Landung online sind.
• Laden Sie Offline-Karten herunter und machen Sie einen Screenshot Ihrer Hoteladresse und Buchungsreferenz.
• Informieren Sie Ihre Bank über Ihre Reise und führen Sie eine Ersatz-Zahlungskarte mit sich.
• Speichern Sie die lokale Notrufnummer und die Kontaktdaten Ihrer Botschaft auf Ihrem Telefon.
• Fotografieren Sie Ihren Reisepass und speichern Sie die Kopie an einem Ort, auf den Sie offline zugreifen können.
• Prüfen Sie die Gepäckbestimmungen und eventuelle eingeschränkte Gegenstände für Ihr Reiseziel.

Der Flughafenbetrieb ändert sich. Bestätigen Sie Terminals, Tarife und Fahrpläne immer mit den unten genannten offiziellen Quellen, bevor Sie reisen.

• Melbourne Airport Official PortalOffizielle Flughafenquelle
• Australian Border ForceRegierungsquelle
• Public Transport VictoriaOffizielle Verkehrsbetriebe
• SkyBus Express Bus ServiceOffizielle Verkehrsbetriebe
• Triple Zero Australia Emergency ServicesRegierungsquelle