Melbourne has two main airports for most travellers: Tullamarine and Avalon. Choosing between them depends on your route, your budget and where you live. Therefore, it helps to compare them before you book flights.
Distance From the City
Melbourne Airport at Tullamarine is about 23 km from the CBD. Avalon, on the other hand, sits near Geelong and is considerably further, so the ground trip takes longer. As a result, your transfer plan matters more at Avalon.
Who Should Choose Which?
- Living in the north or inner city: Tullamarine is usually closer;
- Living in Geelong, Werribee or the west: Avalon can be handier;
- Needing many route options: Tullamarine has the wider network.
Getting There by Taxi
A pre-booked taxi removes the guesswork at either airport. Your driver tracks your flight and meets you on arrival. See our Melbourne Airport taxi and Avalon Airport taxi pages for suburbs and fares, or book online in two minutes.
Final Tip
Always allow extra time for early flights. Call 1300 159 261 if you need help planning.
