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Travel Information
Language
English
Currency
AUD
Country code
61
Average car rental length
8 days
Economy car rental price
$39.41 / per day
Traffic direction
Left-hand
Speed limit out of town
80 - 100 km/h
50 - 62 mi/h
Speed limit within town
50 km/h
31 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Airport Car Rental
Rent a car at Melbourne Airport! Then drive into the city, find a parking spot, and check out what’s happening in the Docklands and Central Business District. Walk over to the Queen Victoria Market and visit art galleries and museums like the Melbourne Museum, the National Gallery of Victoria, and the Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Center.
With a rental car it’s easy to drive to nearby nature reserves like Grampians National Park, the Royal Botanic Gardens, or Phillip Island, where you’ll see penguins! Back in Melbourne visit the fun Inner east area where you’ll find many art centers, theaters, and concert venues. And for a delicious meal, neighborhoods like Abbotsford and Fitzroy are your best bet.
Melbourne’s a great destination, but why not stay longer and explore more? With a longer term car rental deal you can travel up the coast to Sydney, east to Adelaide, or head inland for the adventure of a lifetime in Australia’s Outback. You can even pick up your rental car at Melbourne Airport and drop it off in a different city. Start planning your adventure today!
Melbourne Airport is also known as Tullamarine Airport.
Top international routes
- Singapore
- Auckland
- Kuala Lumpur
- Bangkok
- Phuket
- Port Macquarie
Main airlines
Jetstar Airways, Qantas, Virgin Australia, Tigerair Australia, Air New Zealand, and Regional Express Airlines
Terminals
Of the four passenger terminals, T1, T3, and T4 serve domestic flights, while T2 serves all international flights and some domestic flights. It’s a short and easy walk between any two of them.
Location
Melbourne airport is around 23 km (14 mi) from downtown Melbourne. Freeway M2, also known as Tullamarine Freeway or simply the Tulla, is the road that connects the airport to the city.
Most popular types of rental car
- Large cars - from $80 per day
- Medium cars - from $63 per day
- Premium cars - from $94 per day
- Small cars - from $56 per day
- SUVs - from $91 per day
Top car rental companies
- National (Tel: +61393351177)
- Enterprise (Tel: +61393351177)
- EastCoast Car Rentals (Tel: +611800474258 / +61755558908)
- ADVANCE CAR RENTAL (Tel: +61399992626 / +61406316284)
- Europcar (Tel: +610392416800)
- Keddy (Tel: +610392416800)
- SIXT (Tel: +61755558908)
- Ace Rent a car (Tel: 61393380255 / 3172487251)
Car rental desks
These are located in various places inside Melbourne airport. Some are in the baggage claim area of each terminal while others are outside the main airport building, close to car parking areas.
Services and facilities
You’ll find many snack bars, cafeterias, and restaurants, as well as shops, stores, and duty-free outlets. T2 offers the biggest choice for both shopping and dining. You’ll also find many ATMs, lounges, baby care facilities, a children’s play area, a health and medical center, four pharmacies, a pet hotel, and showers. The luggage storage service is located in the arrivals area of T2 and is open daily from 5:00 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. The airport’s facilities are equipped for travelers with reduced mobility. You can find more information on the airport's official website.
Nearest gas station
Caltex Star Mart, located at Sharps Rd., Tullamarine VIC 3043, can be reached in about ten minutes and is open 24/7. While other gas stations are closer to the airport, travelers give this Caltex station the highest rating. There are many other gas stations in and around Melbourne.
Popular one-way rentals
- Sydney (856 km / 532 mi)
- Adelaide (727 km / 452 mi)
- Brisbane (1,659 km / 1,031 mi)
- Cloncurry Airport (2,463 km / 1,530 mi)
- Canberra (641 km / 398 mi)
- Perth Airport (3,405 km / 2,116 mi)
Airport info
Melbourne Airport (MEL)
- IATA: MEL
- ICAO: YMML
- Airport name: Melbourne Airport (MEL)
- Airport type: Public / Civil
- Airport Size: Large Airport
- Elevation AMSL: 132 m / 434 ft
- Runway Surface: Asphalt
- Aircraft movements (per year): 234,789
- Passengers (per year): 33,704,854
- Distance from City: 13.7 miles / 22 km NW of town
- Airport Hours: 24 hours a day
- Phone: +61 3 9297 1600
Top 20 Locations near Melbourne Airport
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Car Rental at Melbourne, Downtown from $18.31 per day
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Car Rental at Avalon Airport from $48.94 per day52.3 km / 32.5 miles away
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Car Rental at Albury Airport from $51.82 per day259.3 km / 161.1 miles away
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Car Rental at Wagga Wagga Airport from $51.82 per day364.7 km / 226.6 miles away
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Car Rental at Griffith Airport from $49.72 per day396.2 km / 246.2 miles away
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Car Rental at Devonport Airport from $163.62 per day412.0 km / 256.0 miles away
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Car Rental at Merimbula Airport from $51.04 per day455.4 km / 283.0 miles away
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Car Rental at Mildura Airport from $49.72 per day456.3 km / 283.6 miles away
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Car Rental at Canberra Airport from $30.77 per day469.6 km / 291.8 miles away
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Car Rental at Launceston Airport from $150.85 per day476.0 km / 295.8 miles away
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Car Rental at Parkes Airport from $50.00 per day591.3 km / 367.4 miles away
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Car Rental at Hobart Airport from $170.45 per day617.0 km / 383.4 miles away
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Car Rental at Adelaide Airport from $25.93 per day641.7 km / 398.7 miles away
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Car Rental at Bathurst Airport from $50.00 per day643.3 km / 399.7 miles away
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Car Rental at Dubbo Airport from $50.00 per day695.4 km / 432.1 miles away
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Car Rental at Broken Hill Airport from $51.82 per day701.6 km / 436.0 miles away
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Car Rental at Sydney Airport from $21.64 per day705.7 km / 438.5 miles away
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Car Rental at Newcastle Airport from $26.12 per day834.7 km / 518.6 miles away
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Car Rental at Tamworth Airport from $31.33 per day916.3 km / 569.4 miles away
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Car Rental at Narrabri Airport from $64.66 per day937.7 km / 582.7 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices cheapest at Melbourne Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Melbourne Airport depends on the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best deal.
Average Rental Price at Melbourne Airport
The cheapest time of the year to rent a vehicle at Melbourne Airport is December when prices for an Economy class start from $9.18. You can see that this is 73% cheaper than the yearly average and 82% cheaper than renting a car in August (when rental prices start at $51.60 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price. But remember that these are average numbers. The exact cost of your rental will depend on your rental length and on how far in advance you book the car. Enter your travel dates at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers!
What’s the most popular rental length at Melbourne Airport?
Travel length differs from one month to another: in September the average rental period is 13 days, while in October, the average rental period is only 5 days.
Average Rental Length at Melbourne Airport
Which is the busiest car rental month at Melbourne Airport?
Travelers are most likely to rent a car at Melbourne Airport in January, while the fewest number of travelers rent in November.
Melbourne Airport Car Rental Popularity by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlas Car & Truck Rental | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Atlas Car & Truck Rental | Hyundai i20 | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Atlas Car & Truck Rental | Kia Rio | 4 | 3 | Medium cars |
| EastCoast Car Rentals | Toyota Corolla Sedan | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Atlas Car & Truck Rental | Nissan Micra | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| EastCoast Car Rentals | Kia Carnival | 5 | 4 | People Carriers/Vans |
| EastCoast Car Rentals | Mitsubishi Outlander | 3 | 5 | SUVs |
| EastCoast Car Rentals | Hyundai Accent | 2 | 4 | Medium cars |
| Atlas Car & Truck Rental | Hyundai i40 | 4 | 3 | Large cars |
| Atlas Car & Truck Rental | Infiniti Q50 | 4 | 2 | Premium cars |
Our Customers Reviews
JD
Australia
Hyundai i20
November 7, 2019
Great Ocean Road - Great.
1000 Steps a great workout and excellent views
Bendigo and Ballarat interesting cities outside Melboure
Halls Gap a great weekend break
CK
United Kingdom
Infiniti Q50
October 9, 2019
Of course, if you are leaving the city then you need a vehicle in Australia
KW
United Arab Emirates
Toyota Corolla
April 29, 2019
Nice to drive down the Mornington peninsula or great ocean road.
Top 9 Suppliers for Melbourne Airport in 2020
National
+61393351177
T1 Departure drive, Melbourne Airport, Melbourne VIC 3045
Enterprise
+61393351177
T1 Departure drive, Melbourne Airport, Melbourne VIC 3045
+611800474258 / +61755558908
2 Tarmac Drive, Tullamarine, Hume City, Victoria, 3043
+61399992626 / +61406316284
Jetport Parking, 70-90 Garden Drive, Tullamarine, VIC 3043
Keddy
+610392416800
Arrival Dr, Tullamarine VIC 3043
Economy rent a car
SIXT
+61755558908
2 Tarmac Drive, Tullamarine
Ace Rent a car
61393380255 / 3172487251
16-20 Tullamarine Park Road
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