Lilydale to Melbourne Airport
About 58.0 km and roughly 51 minutes in normal traffic. Give us your flight number and we track it, so an early or delayed landing does not cost you the car.
- Early morning runs, every day
- Maxi taxis for groups
- Cash, card, Cabcharge, MPTP or eTicket
- 15+ years on the road
Both directions, priced
The trip out to the airport and the trip back are not quite the same price. A pickup from the terminal carries the airport pickup fee, which a drop off does not.
Lilydale to the airport
Drop off at your terminal. No airport pickup fee applies.
Melbourne Airport to Lilydale
Picked up from the terminal, including the airport pickup fee.
What makes up the fare
Every line below is part of the estimate for Lilydale to Melbourne Airport in a sedan. Traffic, waiting time and extras can change the final fare.
Work out another fare| Day rate flag fall | $5.40 |
| Distance, 58.0 km at $2.100 per km | $121.80 |
An estimate, including tolls and the airport fee where they apply. Traffic and waiting time can move the final figure. Get a fixed quote by phone or email.
Pick the car for the airport run
A maxi is usually cheaper than two sedans once there are five or more of you.
| Car | Seats | Bags | To the airport | From the airport |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 4 | 4 | $120–147 | $125–153 |
| Silver Service | 4 | 4 | $131–159 | $136–165 |
| SUV or Wagon | 4 | 7 | $137–167 | $142–173 |
| Maxi Taxi | 11 | 8 | $137–167 | $142–173 |
Getting to the airport from Lilydale
How much is a taxi from Lilydale to Melbourne Airport?
A sedan taxi from Lilydale to Melbourne Airport usually lands between $120 and $147, covering about 58.0 km including the toll. Coming the other way, from the airport back to Lilydale, is between $125 and $153 because a terminal pickup also carries the airport pickup fee.
How long does it take to get from Lilydale to Melbourne Airport?
The drive from Lilydale to Melbourne Airport takes roughly 51 minutes in normal traffic across about 58.0 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 Lilydale 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 Lilydale to the airport?
Yes. A maxi taxi from Lilydale to Melbourne Airport seats up to eleven people with room for the luggage and usually lands between $147 and $179. 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 Lilydale?
Yes. Early departures from Lilydale 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 Lilydale and the driver takes you to the right terminal door rather than a general drop off.
What passengers say about us on Google
“Prabh and his team provide exceptional service. Always on time or early; clean cars; excellent drivers; send regular SMS to confirm arrival time and on arrival. Prof Martin Tyas AM”
Martin Tyas“I have used this service for transfers to and from the airport in south and south-east Melbourne for multiple years now and have always had a fantastic experience. Drivers are polite and experienced, cars are clean and comfortable, and the service is always punctual with great communication. Even when booking last minute or at irregular times, I can always count on getting a good experience. Always fantastic service and a company I'll continue to use going forward!”
Sean Beath“Professional, on time, clean and friendly service. Been a customer for years and have recommended them to colleagues and booked for family and friends. Prabh and Sherry are fantastic”
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Naveen Kumar“Great service on time and good communication. Sent messages to confirm arrival and was able to bring me from Daylesford to Melbourne”
Lucy Fisher“Have been using 13 Melbourne Taxi for the last 3 years. I commute in and out of Melbourne regularly for work. I’ve found Deep and his team reliable, professional, courteous, always on time with immaculately maintained high end cars. No waiting in queues or hassles with even short duration trips. Pick up and drop off from curb side. Have and would continue to recommend to friends and family if visiting Melbourne.”
Gavin Dorward“Very reliable service! Cab is always on time (even early), we’ve never had an issue! Thank you for your service :)”
Emily“Always use them for airport transfers and service is exceptional. Communication is easy and the fleet is comfortable and the drivers are super friendly and helpful. I’ve made mistakes on some flight details on my end which I had to correct and they were always easy to talk to and adjust plans with.”
D Catacutan“Exceptional service. Professional and friendly drivers. They were significantly made my travels easy with great directions to pick up and drop off and provided comfortable clean luxurious feel service.”
Katrina Ang“Best taxi service experience I had it in Melbourne after long time. We took a ride with 13 taxi service from our place in pakenham to Tullamarine airport. Taxi was immaculately clean and very comfortable. Definitely will use them again”
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Set the time, add your flight number, and the car is there.