Airport transfer

Taxi from East Melbourne to Melbourne Airport

An upfront estimate of about $60 by day ($57 – $69), tolls included, shown before you book. No surge pricing.

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$60 Typical day fare, standard
24 km To the terminal
28 min Typical drive time
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Taxi to Melbourne Airport on a street in East Melbourne
Your fare

East Melbourne to Melbourne Airport Pricing

Every fare from East Melbourne is estimated upfront from the real driving distance of 24 km, with tolls included and the rate set by your pickup time. You see the estimate before you book. For a fixed price, call or email us and we will agree the fare before you travel.

Standard taxi, day rate $57 – $69
Day rate flag fall $5.40
Distance (24 km at $2.10 per km) $50.40
Toll $3.92
Typical total $60
Estimate for your street and route $57 – $69
Standard taxi by pickup timeEstimated fare
Day, 9am to 5pm $57 – $69
Evening and overnight, 5pm to 9am $62 – $76
Friday and Saturday 10pm to 4am, and public holidays $70 – $86
VehicleSeatsDay fare
Standard Taxi 4 $57 – $69
Premium Taxi Service 4 $67 – $82
SUV and Wagon Taxi 4 $74 – $90
Maxi Cab 11 $74 – $90

Airport pickups back to East Melbourne add a $5.26 airport fee, which is set by the airport and applies to every operator.

The journey

What the Trip Looks Like

About 28 minutes in normal traffic, or closer to 42 minutes in peak hour.

  • Pickup in East Melbourne Door to door, at the time you booked. Your driver calls on arrival.
  • CityLink to the Tullamarine Freeway The first leg out of East Melbourne.
  • Melbourne Airport terminal Dropped at your terminal door, about 28 minutes after pickup.

Working Out Your Pickup Time

Start from your departure time, take off two hours for a domestic flight or three for an international one, then take off the drive. For a 9am domestic flight from East Melbourne you want to be at the terminal by 7am; allowing 42 minutes for morning peak traffic, book a pickup for about 6:15am.

We run 24 hours. Pickups between 5pm and 9am use the evening and overnight rate shown in the table, so an early start costs a little more than a midday one.

Getting from East Melbourne to Melbourne Airport

From East Melbourne the terminal is only 24 km south east of the terminal. That is around 28 minutes of driving.

Drivers take CityLink to the Tullamarine Freeway for this run. That route carries a toll of about $3.92, and it is already inside the estimate rather than added at the end. We use the toll road because on a 24 km trip the time it saves is worth more than the charge, particularly for an early flight.

Nearby areas including Fitzroy 3065, Carlton 3053 and Melbourne Cbd 3000 are priced the same way, with their own fares listed on this site.

We cover all of East Melbourne 3002, including residential pickups, hotels and business addresses. Airport pickups back to the area are quoted the same way.

Where the Number Comes from

Adding it up from East Melbourne by day: day rate flag fall $5.40, distance (24 km at $2.10 per km) $50.40 and toll $3.92. Typical total $60. The estimate of $57 – $69 covers the variation between one pickup address and another and the route on the day.

Your pickup time sets the rate. A standard taxi from East Melbourne is typically $60 by day, $66 for a pickup between 5pm and 9am, and $74 on a Friday or Saturday night after 10pm or a public holiday. Your estimate uses the rate for the time you choose when you book. For a fixed price, call or email us and we will agree the fare before you travel.

An SUV from East Melbourne is $74 – $90, the standard fare plus a $17.80 surcharge, and worth it if you are carrying extra bags or want more legroom. A maxi seating up to eleven is $74 – $90. Travelling with young children? A baby seat is $40 per seat, fitted before your driver arrives, so tell us the age and weight of each child when you book.

The Trip in the Other Direction

Landing at Tullamarine and heading for East Melbourne works the same way in reverse. Same distance, same rate, plus the $5.26 pickup fee the airport levies on every trip that starts there. Flight tracking is included, so a late arrival does not become a waiting charge.

Your driver collects you from the terminal your flight lands at: Terminal 1 for Qantas domestic, Terminal 2 for international flights, Terminal 3 for Virgin Australia and Terminal 4 for Jetstar and other low cost domestic airlines. Turn your phone on once you are off the plane and your driver confirms the meeting point. Bags on a domestic flight usually take 20 to 30 minutes, and an international arrival through customs takes longer, so book for your landing time and let the flight tracking do the rest.

Meet and greet, where your driver waits inside with a sign and helps with the bags, is $35 and includes up to an hour of waiting time.

Add to Your Trip

Customise your ride to suit how you actually travel.

Meet and greet Your driver waits inside the terminal with a name sign and helps with bags.
Baby seat Fitted before we arrive, so it is ready when you get in. $40 per trip Parcel delivery Send a package across Melbourne without a passenger on board.
Hotel transfers Door to door between your hotel and either terminal.
Hourly hire One driver and one car for a three hour block or longer, waiting between stops.
Day trips and tours Yarra Valley, the Peninsula and regional runs, priced upfront.
Questions

East Melbourne Airport Taxi Questions

How much is a taxi from East Melbourne to Melbourne Airport?
About $60 in a standard taxi at the day rate, within an estimate of $57 – $69, and $74 – $90 in an SUV or maxi taxi. That covers the full 24 km trip with tolls included. A pickup between 5pm and 9am is about $66, and a Friday or Saturday night or public holiday pickup about $74. You see the estimate before you book. Traffic, route changes, waiting time and extras can change the final fare, so call or email us if you want a fixed price agreed before you travel.
How long does it take to get from East Melbourne to Melbourne Airport?
About 28 minutes in normal conditions, covering roughly 24 km, and closer to 42 minutes in peak hour. To set your pickup time, start from your departure time, take off two hours for a domestic flight or three for an international one, then take off the drive.
Do you pick up from East Melbourne early in the morning?
Yes. We run 24 hours a day, every day, including public holidays. Early morning airport runs from East Melbourne are one of the most common trips we do. Pickups between 5pm and 9am use the evening and overnight rate, and your fare estimate uses that rate before you book. For a fixed price on an early run, call or email us the day before.
Can I book a return trip from Melbourne Airport back to East Melbourne?
Yes. Select the return option when booking and add your return flight details. We track the inbound flight, so if it lands early or late your driver is already adjusted. A $5.26 airport pickup fee applies on the return leg, which is set by the airport and applies to every operator.
Do you have a maxi taxi in East Melbourne?
Yes. Our maxi taxi seats up to 11 passengers with luggage space and costs around $74 – $90 from East Melbourne to the airport. It needs to be booked in advance so the vehicle is allocated to your trip.
Which terminal will I be dropped at?
The one your airline flies from: Terminal 1 for Qantas domestic, Terminal 2 for every international flight, Terminal 3 for Virgin Australia domestic and Terminal 4 for Jetstar and other low cost domestic flights. Give us your airline or flight number when you book and your driver takes you to the right terminal.
What payment methods do you accept?
Cash, card and Cabcharge, paid to the driver at the end of the trip. Nothing is charged when you book. We also handle TAC and NDIS funded transport and corporate accounts. Call 0460 306 061 to set one up.
Reviews

What our passengers say

5
329 Google reviews
Always on time and professional. Happy to have a chat but also know if you want a quiet ride.
Sebastian Keane 6 Apr 2025
We have had the best experience with Deep and the team at Taxi to Melbourne Airport. The service was awesome, the cars were luxurious, clean and on time. 5 Stars all the way for service, comfort, pick up and drop off. 10/10 recommendation Thank you Deep and team
Mark Sufi-Ismail 18 Oct 2025
I have been using the service of this group for last 7 years or so. Highly reliable and efficient people you can trust for your travel. Not a single time I had any issues. They are always on time and available to accomodate request on the go. Great guys who you can trust for world class experience - even better than rideshare apps.
Ravi Jain 1 Mar 2025
Always use their service from Dandenong to airport, very on time and top quality service, highly recommended.
Tony Fei 21 Feb 2025
I had a wonderful experience with Deepak’s Taxi Service in Melbourne. Deepak is very professional, punctual, and reliable. The car was clean and comfortable, and the journey was smooth and stress-free. What I appreciated most was the excellent customer service and the care taken throughout the trip. Deepak was courteous, helpful, and made sure I reached my destination safely and on time. I would highly recommend Deepak’s Taxi Service to anyone looking for a trustworthy, comfortable, and professional taxi service in Melbourne. Excellent service from start to finish!
Anju mamachan 9 Sept 2026
Couldn’t ask for better service. The text notifications were very helpful, especially for such an early pickup for airport at 4:30 am. The driver arrived on time in Point Cook, helped with luggage, and provided a comfortable ride to the airport. Highly recommended.
Jastej braR 31 Mar 2026
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upkar singh 5 Apr 2025
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Byron Tidswell 20 Feb 2025
Thanks Taxi to Melbourne Airport we appreciate the convenience and reliability of their services, especially for airport transfers. Always punctual, professional and comfortable vehicles.
Vishavjeet singh 23 Feb 2025
Super professional cab service provider. Fair pricing and service beyond the ask. Delightful experience. Deep is a humble and a thorough gentleman. Highly recommended. Best in Melbourne!
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