Macleod to Melbourne Airport
About 29.1 km and roughly 28 minutes in normal traffic. Give us your flight number and we track it, so an early or late landing does not cost you the car.
- To the airport $63 to $77
- Flights tracked
- Fixed price or meter
Both directions, priced
Regular taxi, day rate. A pickup at the terminal carries the airport fee, a drop off does not.
Macleod to the airport
From Macleod the car goes up Watsonia Road and Greensborough Road to the Metropolitan Ring Road, then across to the airport. We measured 29.1 km and about 28 minutes for an 11am weekday start.
At 7.30am on a weekday it took about 38 minutes, and the trip home at 5.15pm about 39 minutes. No toll.
Where we pick up
- Macleod station
- Macleod Shopping Village
- Charles La Trobe College
- Macleod College
What makes up the fare
Every line below is part of the estimate for Macleod to Melbourne Airport in a regular taxi. Traffic, waiting time and extras can change the final fare.
Work out another fare| Day rate flag fall | $5.40 |
| Distance, 29.1 km at $2.10 per km | $61.11 |
| Silver Service, 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 $70 when you book and that is what you pay.
Pick the car for the airport run
A maxi is usually cheaper than two regular taxis once there are five or more of you.
| Car | Seats | Bags | To the airport | From the airport |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Taxi | 4 | 2 | $63 to $77 | $68 to $83 |
| Premium Taxi (Silver Service) | 4 | 4 | $63 to $77 | $68 to $83 |
| SUV or Wagon | 4 | 8 | $72 to $88 | $77 to $95 |
| Maxi Taxi | 11 | 8 | $80 to $97 | $85 to $104 |
Getting to the airport from Macleod
How much is a taxi from Macleod to Melbourne Airport?
A regular taxi from Macleod to Melbourne Airport usually costs between $63 and $77 on the day rate for about 29.1 km, depending on your exact pickup address, with any toll included. Coming the other way, from the airport back to Macleod, is usually between $68 and $83, because a terminal pickup also carries the airport fee. Book online for a fixed price on your exact address.
How long does it take to get from Macleod to Melbourne Airport?
The drive from Macleod to Melbourne Airport takes roughly 28 minutes in normal traffic across about 29.1 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 Macleod 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 taxi from Macleod to the airport?
Yes. A maxi taxi from Macleod to Melbourne Airport seats up to eleven people with room for the luggage and usually lands between $89 and $109. For a group of five or more it normally works out cheaper than booking two sedans.
Can I book an early morning airport run from Macleod?
Yes. Early departures from Macleod 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 Macleod and the driver takes you to the right terminal door rather than a general drop off.
Is there a toll from Macleod to the airport?
No. Greensborough Road and the Ring Road are free.
Can I book an airport taxi from Macleod the night before?
Yes. Choose Book for later, pick the date and time, and the car is booked in.
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