Airport transfer

Taxi from Gisborne to Melbourne Airport

An upfront estimate of about $94 by day ($89 – $109), tolls included, shown before you book. No surge pricing.

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$94 Typical day fare, standard
42 km To the terminal
29 min Typical drive time
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Taxi to Melbourne Airport on a street in Gisborne
Your fare

Gisborne to Melbourne Airport Pricing

Every fare from Gisborne is estimated upfront from the real driving distance of 42 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 $89 – $109
Day rate flag fall $5.40
Distance (42 km at $2.10 per km) $88.20
Typical total $94
Estimate for your street and route $89 – $109
Standard taxi by pickup timeEstimated fare
Day, 9am to 5pm $89 – $109
Evening and overnight, 5pm to 9am $98 – $120
Friday and Saturday 10pm to 4am, and public holidays $110 – $134
VehicleSeatsDay fare
Standard Taxi 4 $89 – $109
Premium Taxi Service 4 $99 – $121
SUV and Wagon Taxi 4 $106 – $129
Maxi Cab 11 $106 – $129

Airport pickups back to Gisborne 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 29 minutes in normal traffic, or closer to 44 minutes in peak hour.

  • Pickup in Gisborne Door to door, at the time you booked. Your driver calls on arrival.
  • Calder Freeway (M79) The first leg out of Gisborne.
  • Melbourne Airport terminal Dropped at your terminal door, about 29 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 Gisborne you want to be at the terminal by 7am; allowing 44 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 Gisborne to Melbourne Airport

From Gisborne, Melbourne Airport is 42 km away. Budget 29 minutes off peak and up to 44 when the freeways are busy.

Drivers take Calder Freeway (M79) for this run, and there is no toll on that route. It is worth knowing, because a 42 km airport trip from this side of Melbourne often comes in lower than people expect for exactly that reason.

Nearby areas including Mount Macedon 3441, Sunbury 3429 and Diggers Rest 3427 are priced the same way, with their own fares listed on this site.

We cover all of Gisborne 3437, including residential pickups, hotels and business addresses. Airport pickups back to the area are quoted the same way.

Where the Number Comes from

Broken down, a Gisborne airport trip by day is day rate flag fall $5.40 and distance (42 km at $2.10 per km) $88.20. Typically $94 all up, within an estimate of $89 – $109 that allows for your pickup point and the route taken.

Your pickup time sets the rate. A standard taxi from Gisborne is typically $94 by day, $104 for a pickup between 5pm and 9am, and $116 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 Gisborne is $106 – $129, 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 $106 – $129. 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.

Coming Back to Gisborne from the Airport

Flying into Melbourne and heading to Gisborne costs the same as the trip out, plus the $5.26 airport pickup fee the airport charges on every trip that starts there. We track your flight at no extra cost, so you are collected when you actually land.

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.

For an arrival with luggage or children, meet and greet at $35 is usually worth it: your driver is inside the terminal rather than at the kerb.

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

Gisborne Airport Taxi Questions

How much is a taxi from Gisborne to Melbourne Airport?
About $94 in a standard taxi at the day rate, within an estimate of $89 – $109, and $106 – $129 in an SUV or maxi taxi. That covers the full 42 km trip with tolls included. A pickup between 5pm and 9am is about $104, and a Friday or Saturday night or public holiday pickup about $116. 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 Gisborne to Melbourne Airport?
About 29 minutes in normal conditions, covering roughly 42 km, and closer to 44 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 Gisborne early in the morning?
Yes. We run 24 hours a day, every day, including public holidays. Early morning airport runs from Gisborne 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 Gisborne?
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 Gisborne?
Yes. Our maxi taxi seats up to 11 passengers with luggage space and costs around $106 – $129 from Gisborne 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

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Utterly professional and on time cab service!! A big shout to Deepak for ensuring smooth and wonderful trip from airport!!
Megha Verma 2 Oct 2024
Great experience with Deep. Silver service taxi at normal price and drivers are really helpful. Highly recommend to all locals in Tarneit. Must book 👍👍
Manpreet Singh 20 June 2025
Great taxi service from Berwick to Melbourne Airport. The driver was on time, friendly, and the ride was smooth. I would definitely use this service again. Highly recommended!
Tikka Tok 10 Aug 2026
I had an amazing airport pick up and drop off. Deep’s service was truly exceptional. I have found my go to pick up and drop off service in Melbourne. Highly, highly recommend!
Shriya Chopra 22 May 2025
Travelled from Melbourne Eastern Suburbs to Airport with this outstanding company. From the moment of my online booking to the time of arrival at each end, the communication was clear, the customer service was top notch and the ride was smooth. Easy to find and coordinate at the airport for pick up (always my concern with pre-booking taxi service). Staff were ALL friendly and professional. Cannot recommend this company enough.
M.D. L. 17 June 2026
We used this taxi service for a trip from Altona to the airport and our return journey, and couldn’t be happier. The driver was on time both ways, communication was great from start to finish, and everything went smoothly. It was such a stress-free experience, especially after a long flight. Friendly, reliable service and we’ll definitely use them again. Highly recommend!
Sam 28 June 2026
Deep, our Taxi Driver on Thursday 17/9, whom we met in person for the first time, was very courteous, friendly & kind. He was very punctual too, arriving several minutes before our designated pick up time. We felt totally safe during our ride in a Taxi that was in immaculate condition, both inside & out. It was a real pleasure to go to our destination with Deep. We can recommend him to anyone, such was our experience with him on the aforementioned date. Thank you again Deep. See you again soon!
Joel Vanderwert 19 Sept 2026
Great service for Melbourne Airport transfer. Punctual and on time service. Best taxi service in Melbourne. Highly recommended.
Ravinder Patiala 24 June 2026
Have used Deep for Taxi booking to Airport many times and have been very impressed with the quality of service and professionalism. Very highly recommend 🤙
manpreet singh 4 Feb 2025
Excellent Service, Neat, Clean and Comfy Cars. The airport pickup and drop was well arranged. Keep up the good work. 100% satisfied!
Sulaj Jayarathna 23 Feb 2025

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