Alphington to Melbourne Airport
A standard taxi from Alphington to Melbourne Airport is estimated at $61 to $75 on the day rate, about 26.2 km and 38 minutes in normal traffic. 13 Taxi North Suburban runs this trip 24 hours a day: book online to get the fixed price for your exact address, or call (03) 9009 0051. Give us your flight number and we track it.
- To the airport $61 to $75
- Flights tracked
- Fare estimate before you book
Both Directions, Priced
Standard taxi, day rate. A pickup at the terminal carries the airport fee, a drop off does not.
Alphington to the Airport
From Alphington the car heads west along Heidelberg Road, across to Brunswick Road and up CityLink on the Tullamarine Freeway to the terminals. It is about 26.2 km, and the drive takes about 38 minutes for an 11am weekday start, the same time shown in the fare box.
At 7.30am on a weekday it took about 39 minutes, and the trip home at 5.15pm about 38 minutes. The CityLink toll is already in the fare estimate.
Where We Pick Up
- Alphington station
- Alphington Grammar School
- YarraBend
- Alphington Park
- Heidelberg Road shops
What Makes Up the Fare
Every line below is part of the estimate for Alphington to Melbourne Airport in a standard taxi. Traffic, waiting time and extras can change the final fare.
Work Out Another Fare| Day rate flag fall | $5.40 |
| Distance, 26.2 km at $2.10 per km | $55.02 |
| Toll | $3.96 |
| Premium Taxi, complimentary upgrade | $0.00 |
An estimate, including tolls and the airport fee where they apply. On the meter, traffic and waiting time can move the final figure. Choose the fixed price of $73 when you book and that is what you pay.
Pick the Car for the Airport Run
The SUV seats up to six. For seven or more, a maxi is usually cheaper than two standard taxis.
| Car | Seats | Bags | To the airport | From the airport |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Taxi | 4 | 2 | $61 to $75 | $66 to $81 |
| Premium Taxi | 4 | 4 | $61 to $75 | $66 to $81 |
| SUV or Wagon | 4 | 8 | $70 to $86 | $75 to $92 |
| 6 Seater SUV | 6 | 4 | $75 to $92 | $80 to $98 |
| Maxi Van Taxi | 11 | 8 | $78 to $95 | $83 to $101 |
Getting to the Airport from Alphington
How much is a taxi from Alphington to Melbourne Airport?
A standard taxi from Alphington to Melbourne Airport usually costs between $61 and $75 on the day rate for about 26.2 km, depending on your exact pickup address, with any toll included. Coming the other way, from the airport back to Alphington, is usually between $66 and $81, because a terminal pickup also carries the airport fee. Book with 13 Taxi North Suburban online for a fixed price on your exact address, or call (03) 9009 0051.
How long does it take to get from Alphington to Melbourne Airport?
The drive from Alphington to Melbourne Airport takes roughly 38 minutes in normal traffic across about 26.2 km. Allow extra during weekday morning peak, and the usual advice is to be at the terminal two hours before a domestic flight and three before international.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
Give us your flight number when you book the trip between Melbourne Airport and Alphington and we track the flight. If you land early or late the pickup moves with it, so a delay does not cost you the car or leave a driver waiting on the meter.
Can I get a maxi van taxi from Alphington to the airport?
Yes. A maxi van taxi from Alphington to Melbourne Airport seats up to eleven people with room for the luggage and usually lands between $83 and $102. For a group of seven or more it normally works out cheaper than booking two sedans, and for five or six the SUV seats everyone.
Can I book an early morning airport run from Alphington?
Yes. Early departures from Alphington are one of the most common bookings we take. Set the pickup time when you book, and note that an overnight or early morning trip is priced on the evening tariff rather than the daytime one, which is included in the estimate you see before confirming.
Which terminal will I be dropped at?
Melbourne Airport has four terminals, with T2 handling international and T1, T3 and T4 handling domestic. Tell us your airline or flight number when booking from Alphington and the driver takes you to the right terminal door rather than a general drop off.
Is there a toll from Alphington to the airport?
Yes. The fastest route uses CityLink on the Tullamarine Freeway, and the toll is included in the fare estimate you see before you book.
How early should I book an Alphington airport taxi?
Book the day before for a morning flight. A 7.30am weekday start measured about 39 minutes to the terminals, so allow that plus check in time.
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