We’re continuing major works as part of Naarm Way Stage 2, a new road network designed to make access to Melbourne Airport easier in the future. While construction continues, there will be some changes to access and traffic conditions around the airport this week.

Due to ongoing construction in the T123 car park pick-up and drop-off areas, passengers should plan for potential delays of up to an hour during peak times.

To avoid congestion, we recommend using the equivalent pick-up and drop-off facilities at nearby Terminal 4 car park, just a short 10-minute walk from Terminals 1, 2, and 3. Simply drive to the Terminal 4 Car Park and proceed to Level 2 for drop-offs or Level 1 for pick-ups.

Please refer to the map below, where each impact is labelled with a corresponding number for easy reference.

Nighttime changes

1A. Taxi, Uber & SkyBus (Carriageway 1): Full-lane closure from 6 November between 1am to 4am. Intermittent nighttime diversions in place between 1am to 4am, follow signage and staff instruction on ground.

1C. Public Pick up Lane 1 (Carriageway 3): Closed between 1am to 4am. Use Public Pick up Lane 2

Daytime changes

1A. Taxi, Uber & Skybus (Carriageway 1): 4 bays closed at Terminal 2 until 28 November, with pedestrian detour via T2 Arrivals Hall.  Travellers can use the T1 or T4 Taxi/Uber ranks to avoid disruption.

1B. Off-airport bus, groups and charters (Carriageway 2): Parts of the footpath and No Parking zone closed until 28 November. Pedestrian detours in place.

1C. Public Pick up Lane 1 (Carriageway 3): Afternoon off-peak lane closure on 30^th October. Two bays and No Parking zone closed until 28 November. Pedestrian detours in place.

1D. Public Pick up Lane 2 (Carriageway 4): Afternoon off-peak lane closures on 6 and 7 November. Ten bays closed until early 2026 for bridge construction.

2. Lift Upgrades: Continue until March 2026. Two lifts remain open in each lobby.

3. Access to Levels 3 to 6: Take front lifts to Level 2, then follow signs to the rear lift lobby.

4. PARKROYAL Hotel Access: Level 2 Access closed. Use ground floor for access via central Park Royal lifts instead. Follow detour signage.

5. Bay Closures: Around 2,200 bays closed during works.

6. T123 Car Park entrance: Single-lane access until December 2025.

7. Car Rental returns entry and exit: Enter via Centre Road, exit via the T1 end till mid 2026 (Centre Road exit closed).

8. Arrival Drive: Reduced to three lanes.

9. Pedestrian access from Value Carpark. Temporary detour in place.

10. Departure Drive (T1 end): One-lane operation until December 2025.

11. Access Closed: Access remains closed during works.

12. Northbound single lane closure: 28 October (10pm–4am) — short stop/hold traffic at rental returns.

13. Lane closure:  Melbourne Drive at the Centre Road corner on 6 November, between 10am to 4:30pm.

14. Sunbury Road works: We’re upgrading Sunbury Road to prepare for the future third runway. Expect intermittent lane closures and delays. 

Stay informed about changes and delays at this page.

• Staff are available to assist in the forecourt area.
• Please allow up to 60 minutes of additional travel time due to detours, delays, and extended walking routes.
• For quicker pick-ups, use the Terminal 4 Pick-up Area to avoid congestion at T123.
• For the latest updates on major works, visit: melbourneairport.com.au/community/road-delays-and-disruptions

We appreciate your patience while these essential upgrades are completed. Please plan ahead and allow extra time for your journey.