What is Melbourne Airport known for?

Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) is one of Australia's busiest airports, serving as Melbourne's primary international and domestic aviation hub and a major logistics and freight gateway.

How far is Melbourne Airport from the Melbourne CBD?

Melbourne Airport is approximately 22 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, typically a 25-40 minute drive via the Tullamarine Freeway (M2) depending on traffic.

Does Melbourne Airport have public transport?

Melbourne Airport is served by the SkyBus express service to Southern Cross Station (CBD) and various bus routes. A dedicated airport rail link is currently under development by the Victorian Government.

What is the population of Melbourne Airport?

According to the 2021 Census, the Melbourne Airport locality has a small residential population of approximately 64 people, with the area primarily serving aviation workers and passengers.

What shops and services are at Melbourne Airport?

Melbourne Airport features the DFO Essendon and DFO Melbourne Airport outlet shopping centres, multiple hotels and restaurants, car rental facilities, and a full range of international and domestic terminal amenities.

What is the postcode for Melbourne Airport?

The postcode for Melbourne Airport, VIC is 3045.

Melbourne Airport

VIC 3045 • Victoria

Population (2021)

N/A

Median Personal Income

27.04 km²

Area

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Median Rent

SuburbanCBD-AdjacentCommuter Belt

About Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport is a locality in Melbourne's north-western suburbs, encompassing the Melbourne Airport precinct approximately 22 kilometres north-west of the Melbourne CBD in the Hume City Council area. Covering around 27 square kilometres, the locality is dominated by Tullamarine Airport — one of Australia's busiest international and domestic airports — along with associated aviation infrastructure, freight facilities, and commercial and industrial development. With a small residential population of around 64 people, the locality primarily serves a transient and employment-focused community working in aviation, logistics, and hospitality.

Melbourne Airport handles tens of millions of passengers annually and is a major hub for Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and numerous international carriers. The precinct includes the DFO shopping centre, multiple hotels, car rental facilities, and extensive freight and logistics operations. Residents and workers enjoy close proximity to Melbourne's western and northern suburbs, with the Western Ring Road (M80) and Tullamarine Freeway (M2) providing fast access to the CBD and beyond.

Melbourne Airport falls under postcode 3045 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Sunbury (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State

Victoria

Postcode

3045

Urban Area

N/A

LGA / Council

N/A

Federal Electorate

Calwell

State Electorate

Sunbury (Western Metropolitan)

Type

Locality

Timezone

Melbourne (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-37.67°, 144.84°

Statistical Area

N/A

Area

27.04 km²

Elevation

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Airport West Station (future)

5 km

N/A — car or bus required

Bus Services

SkyBus, Route 901, 900 — Melbourne CBD (Southern Cross) 25-40 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance

22 km

By Train

No rail to airport currently; rail link under construction

By Car (Peak)

30-50 min

By Car (Off-Peak)

20-30 min

🛣️ Tullamarine Freeway (M2) provides direct access to Melbourne CBD; SkyBus operates frequently

Walkability Car-Dependent

The airport precinct is car and bus-oriented; most movement is by vehicle or airport shuttle service.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

Census 2021

▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

N/A

Personal Income 2021

N/A

▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021