Your ultimate guide to Melbourne Airport (MEL)
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One of the largest Australian airports makes travelling convenient and easy, while connecting you to the world. Its variety of passenger services ensure a pleasant and enjoyable experience.
Airport Code (IATA):
(MEL)
Location:
Melbourne
Address:
Tullamarine VIC 3045
Terminals:
4
Airlines:
Air Asia, Air China, Air India, Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, Alliance Airlines, Air Asia X, Air Vanuatu, Batik Air, Beijing Capital Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific Air, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Fiji Airways, Garuda Indonesia, Hainan Airlines, Japan Airlines, Jetstar, LATAM Airlines, Link Airways, Malaysia Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Qantas, Qatar Airways, Rex, Royal Brunei Airlines, Scoot, Sichuan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Thai Airways, Thai Air Asia X, Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Virgin Australia, VietJet Air, Xiamen Airlines
Annual Passenger Traffic:
30,100,000
Brief History:
Melbourne Airport is also known as Tullamarine Airport. It opened in 1970 and has grown to be one of Australia's most important airports.
Flights to and from Melbourne
Melbourne Airport hosts many major carriers, such as Qantas, Emirates, Japan Airlines and Qatar Airways. Some popular travel destinations include Sydney, Singapore, Perth and Auckland.
Getting to and from the Airport
Melbourne Airport is reachable by different buses and shuttles, as well as by car or taxi. Daily parking prices start at $12, for the cheapest car park. Well-known car rental companies like Avis, Budget and Europcar are also located on-site.
Airport facilities and services
Lounges
Yes
Wi-FI
Yes
Dining
Yes
Duty-free Shopping
Yes
Currency Exchange
Yes
ATMs
Yes
Baggage Storage
Yes
Prayer room
Yes
Baby feeding facilities
Yes
Melbourne Airport Currency Exchange
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