Official Taxi
AUD 65-85 to CBD (metered) + AUD 6 airport fee
25-45 min
Silver Top / 13CABS (Victorian Commercial Passenger Vehicles-licensed)
Uber
AUD 60-90 (varies with surge)
T1 + T4 designated ride-share pickup zones
Cheapest way
SkyBus to Southern Cross Station AUD 24 — 20 min direct.
Where to catch an official taxi
T1 + T2 + T3 arrivals — outside baggage claim, follow "Taxi" signs
How to avoid taxi scams at Melbourne Tullamarine
- AUD 6 airport levy is legitimate — added to all fares.
- Only use official ranks — anyone offering rides in arrivals is illegal.
- SkyBus is the cheapest alternative + faster than taxi during peak hour.
Skip the queue — pre-book a fixed-price transfer
No haggling, no scam risk, driver meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. Locks price before you fly.
Getting out of Melbourne (MEL)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
Our pickDriver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.
Check transfer pricesRenting a car instead? Compare rentals with free cancellation.Currency
AUD
English-friendly
High
Tipping
10% for good service.
Mobile data for Australia
Get mobile data for Australia set up before you land.
Luggage storage in Melbourne
Leave your bags somewhere secure in Melbourne and see the city hands-free.
Airport lounges at Melbourne Airport
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