Taxi Services in Essendon Airport

Silver Taxi Melbourne provides fast, reliable, and professional taxi services in Essendon Airport and surrounding areas. Whether you need an early morning airport run, a corporate transfer, a medical appointment, or a safe late night ride home, we're available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

We're a locally operated taxi company with licensed, professional drivers covering all of Greater Melbourne. Our drivers know Essendon Airport well: the fastest routes, local landmarks, and the best way to get you there on time.

About Essendon Airport

Essendon Airport, officially Essendon Fields, is located at 7 English Street in Essendon, postcode 3040. It sits 13 km north west of Melbourne CBD and is a working aerodrome that handles general aviation, charter flights, private jets, and some scheduled regional services. Sharp Airlines operates scheduled passenger flights from Essendon to King Island and Flinders Island in Bass Strait.

Essendon Airport is not the same as Melbourne Airport at Tullamarine. It does not handle major commercial airlines. Passengers flying with Qantas, Virgin, Jetstar, or any major carrier are using Tullamarine, not Essendon. If you are unsure which airport your flight departs from, check your booking confirmation for the airport code: MEL is Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), YMEN is Essendon Airport.

Silver Taxi Melbourne provides 24 hour pickup and drop off service at Essendon Airport. We cover corporate, charter, and private aviation passengers, as well as flight training students and staff.

Taxi to Essendon Airport (Essendon Fields)

Essendon Airport, known as Essendon Fields, is located at 7 English Street in Essendon, about 13 km from Melbourne CBD. It is not the same airport as Melbourne Airport in Tullamarine. Essendon Airport handles charter flights, private aviation, corporate jet traffic, and regional services including Sharp Airlines routes to King Island and Flinders Island.

There are no commercial airline check in counters or large terminal facilities here. If you are travelling by charter, private aircraft, or with a small regional operator, this is the airport you will be using.

Silver Taxi Melbourne provides pickups and drop offs at Essendon Airport 24 hours a day. Call 0412 456 588 to arrange a transfer.

What Essendon Airport Is Used For

  • Sharp Airlines scheduled regional services to King Island and Flinders Island
  • Charter and corporate jet operations
  • Medical evacuation and air ambulance flights
  • Private pilots and aero club members
  • Flight training schools based on the airfield

If you are flying with Qantas, Virgin, Jetstar, or any major commercial airline, you are using Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), not Essendon. See our Tullamarine Airport Taxi page for those transfers.

Taxi Fares to Essendon Airport

Essendon Airport is in postcode 3040 in inner north west Melbourne. Fares from the CBD run from $30 to $45 depending on traffic. From Melbourne suburbs, fares typically run from $65 to $90 depending on your starting suburb.

Call us with your pickup suburb for an exact quote: 0412 456 588. Or use our Fare Estimator for a calculation based on your address.

How to Book

Call 0412 456 588 and let us know your pickup address, your approximate flight time, and the terminal or operator location at Essendon Fields. We recommend booking at least two hours in advance for daytime transfers and the night before for early morning pickups.

For general airport transfer information including Melbourne Airport at Tullamarine, see our Airport Taxi Booking page.

Frequently Asked Questions: Essendon Airport Taxi

Is Essendon Airport the same as Melbourne Airport?

No. Essendon Airport, known as Essendon Fields, is a separate airport in Essendon handling charter flights, private aviation and regional services such as Sharp Airlines.

How much does a taxi to Essendon Airport cost?

Fares from the CBD run approximately $30 to $45 depending on traffic. From other Melbourne suburbs, fares typically run from $65 to $90 depending on your starting point.

Do you cover Sharp Airlines flights to King Island and Flinders Island?

Yes. We regularly transfer passengers travelling on Sharp Airlines regional services from Essendon Fields, as well as charter and private aviation passengers. Call 0412 456 588 to book.

Is there a taxi at Essendon Airport available around the clock?

Yes. Silver Taxi Melbourne provides pickups and drop offs at Essendon Airport 24 hours a day, including early morning charter departures and medical evacuation transport connections. Call 0412 456 588 any time.

How do I book a taxi to Essendon Airport?

Call 0412 456 588 and let us know your pickup address, approximate flight time, and the terminal or operator location at Essendon Fields. We recommend booking at least two hours ahead for daytime transfers and the night before for early morning pickups.

Essendon Airport to Melbourne Airport Taxi

Metered airport transfers with no surge pricing, ever. You see an estimate before you book, and we confirm the fare when we call. We track your flight in real time and your driver waits if delayed, at no extra charge.

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Our Services in Essendon Airport

Airport Transfers

Metered taxi from Essendon Airport to Melbourne Airport and Avalon, estimated before you book. Flight tracking included.

Corporate Taxi

Professional executive transport for businesses in Essendon Airport. Cabcharge and corporate accounts available.

Door to Door

Everyday rides from your door to anywhere in Melbourne: medical, shopping, school runs and more.

Maxi Taxi

Group transport for up to 11 passengers in Essendon Airport. Ideal for families and events.

TAC / WorkSafe

Transport to treatment for TAC and WorkSafe patients on an approved claim, including standing bookings.

Parcel Delivery

Same day parcel delivery from Essendon Airport across Melbourne. Reliable and trackable.

Why Choose Silver Taxi in Essendon Airport?

24/7 availability: we never close, call any hour of the day
Clear, metered pricing: see an estimate before you travel
Licensed professional drivers: background checked and accredited
Real time traffic monitoring: fastest route, on time arrivals
All payments accepted: Cabcharge, EFTPOS, card, and cash
TAC and WorkSafe trips: transport to treatment on an approved claim

Key Locations We Service in Essendon Airport

Our drivers provide pickups and drop offs to and from all key locations in Essendon Airport, including:

Sharp Airlines Terminal
Essendon Fields Business Park
Charter and Private Aviation Terminal
Essendon Airport Gate
RMIT Aviation Training Facility
Essendon Airport train station and bus stops
Residential streets and apartment buildings

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