Which terminal does my airline use at Melbourne?+
Terminal 1: Qantas domestic + QantasLink. Terminal 2: ALL international (Qantas long-haul, Singapore, Emirates, Qatar, Etihad, Cathay, Air NZ, United, Delta, American, JAL, ANA, Korean, Thai, Vietnam, Air China, China Eastern, China Southern, Garuda, Malaysia Airlines). Terminal 3: Virgin Australia domestic. Terminal 4: Jetstar + Rex (LCC domestic).
How do I get from Melbourne Airport to the city?+
SkyBus — AUD 22 one-way, 20-30 min direct to Southern Cross Station (CBD). Every 10 min, 24/7. Best option. Taxi AUD 60-80 (20-40 min depending on traffic). Uber AUD 45-65. No direct rail — the Melbourne Airport Rail Link is planned for ~2029.
How do I get between Melbourne airport terminals?+
T1, T2, T3 are connected airside via internal walkways — 5-15 min walk between them. T4 is a short walk away from T3, also connected. Allow 30 min minimum for inter-terminal connection including any security re-check (T2 international to a domestic terminal requires re-clearing security).
Can I leave Melbourne Airport during a layover?+
Yes for ETA-eligible travellers (US, UK, EU, Canada, Japan, Korea, Singapore + others) — Australian ETA AUD $20 via the official ETA app, approval in minutes. SkyBus to CBD (20-30 min). Allow 4 hours minimum round trip. Quick options: Federation Square + St Kilda Beach + Queen Victoria Market.
How early should I arrive at Melbourne Airport?+
Domestic: 90 min. International: 3 hours. Melbourne security is generally efficient (15-25 min). T2 international can hit 45-90 min on departure during peak (overnight Asia flights 19:00-23:00). Qantas Business + oneworld Emerald get priority security + immigration.