Upper Plenty to Melbourne Airport
A standard taxi from Upper Plenty to Melbourne Airport is estimated at $118 to $143 on the day rate, about 56.6 km and 46 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 $118 to $143
- 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.
Upper Plenty to the Airport
From Upper Plenty the car heads west into Wallan, joins the Hume Freeway south and takes the Western Ring Road across to the terminals. It is about 56.6 km, and the drive takes about 46 minutes for an 11am weekday start, the same time shown in the fare box.
At 7.30am on a weekday it took about 50 minutes, and the trip home at 5.15pm about 53 minutes. There is no toll on the way.
Where We Pick Up
- Acreage homes off Upper Plenty Road
- Wallan station
- Wallan town centre
- Whittlesea township
- Mernda station
What Makes Up the Fare
Every line below is part of the estimate for Upper Plenty 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, 56.6 km at $2.10 per km | $118.86 |
| 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 $136 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 | $118 to $143 | $123 to $149 |
| Premium Taxi | 4 | 4 | $118 to $143 | $123 to $149 |
| SUV or Wagon | 4 | 8 | $127 to $155 | $132 to $161 |
| 6 Seater SUV | 6 | 4 | $132 to $161 | $137 to $167 |
| Maxi Van Taxi | 11 | 8 | $134 to $164 | $139 to $170 |
Getting to the Airport from Upper Plenty
How much is a taxi from Upper Plenty to Melbourne Airport?
A standard taxi from Upper Plenty to Melbourne Airport usually costs between $118 and $143 on the day rate for about 56.6 km, depending on your exact pickup address, with any toll included. Coming the other way, from the airport back to Upper Plenty, is usually between $123 and $149, 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 Upper Plenty to Melbourne Airport?
The drive from Upper Plenty to Melbourne Airport takes roughly 46 minutes in normal traffic across about 56.6 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 Upper Plenty 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 Upper Plenty to the airport?
Yes. A maxi van taxi from Upper Plenty to Melbourne Airport seats up to eleven people with room for the luggage and usually lands between $144 and $175. 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 Upper Plenty?
Yes. Early departures from Upper Plenty 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 Upper Plenty and the driver takes you to the right terminal door rather than a general drop off.
Is there a toll from Upper Plenty to the airport?
No. The fastest route uses the Hume Freeway and the Western Ring Road, and both are free.
How early should I book an Upper Plenty airport taxi?
Book the day before for a morning flight. A 7.30am weekday start measured about 50 minutes to the terminals, so allow that plus check in time.
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