We flew through Melbourne three times on our latest trip to Down Under…read more International arrivals required a little bit of a hike to get to immigration. We were able to use the egate to enter so no more passport stamp. We grabbed our luggage and proceeded through customs. That was the much longer and slower line. Definitely better to declare conservatively (per announcement on our flight) and explain all Yes answers to the agent. To connect to our domestic leg to Hobart we followed the signs to T3 and did the self serve baggage drop like everyone else. Security was next and water was allowed to be carried through. To connect to our international flight to Queenstown in T2 we had to queue to check bags and get our boarding pass since they had to verify our NZETA and return flight. Security screening was quick but a little slower at the egate customs as people fumbled around for their passport (required first step). Some people had to be rerouted to the in person agent when flagged by the egate. After all this, at least there was a good selection of restaurants and shops in each terminal we visited. Prices were roughly just a couple AUD higher than outside the airport so it felt reasonable. Overall good signage and well connected terminals.

Our recent MEL experience included 2 domestic flights, one coming in from Hobart on Virgin…read moreAustralia, and the other flying up to Alice Springs on Quantas. The highlight of these experiences was running into members of Allegaeon at baggage claim. They are an American death metal band from Fort Collins, on tour here I guess. I'm not into that type of music, but one of my step-sons has made some cool art related to that genre. I can't speak for the International side of MEL, but I found Domestic to be "Easy Out/Easy In", even though this is a busy place. It also helps when your tour guide is facilitating baggage check-in and transportation. Security was on our own, but by this time, Gayle and I knew the Australian Rules (everything out of your pocket, plus belt). Signage was good, so there were no problems finding baggage claim or our gate.

This area is close to the food area so it's easy to get some provisions, if you need them, before…read moreyour flight. The area is very large and well organized. I actually loved that the stanchions were up with the ropes pulled out already and all the gate agents had to do was put a little cover over them to indicate which line was which. There is plenty of seating around and a lot of open space where you can stand (or let your kid rum amok like some people we saw). The bathrooms are clean and plentiful, with actual paper towels. The gates themselves are large and easy to navigate with your carry on baggage, etc.

Great terminal! Quick and easy check in! Nothing like I have ever seen in America…read more Everyone was orderly and quick to move. Minimal assistance was needed if you're not brain dead or have been living under a rock for the last 39 years. Security was as painless as having pre-check. Virgin Australia has something going on and America needs to venture to the outback more, to see how things can be done without making you regret and rethink your life choices when going to an airport.

Absolutely love this lounge - especially during Christmas time as they usually have (1) special…read morechristmas foods on order (2) live string orchestra playing (3) free embroidery on special edition qantas PJs There are two qantas business lounges in the airport so make sure you are going to the right one. You can get into this lounge if you (1) have a business class international ticket and (2) have emerald status with a parter airline or qantas. My favorite things about this lounge include the food, service, and the fact that they make announcements when flights are boarding and will actually take you to the gate when the flight is ready to board. Many other lounges don't offer this white glove service which is what sets qantas apart. Thank you to the qantas team for always making long international flights a little bit easier!

Thank you Margaret! You made me feel better. Thank you for listening and giving me a toothbrush…read moreafter my flight was delayed. You are truly an asset to Qantas!

Huge thank you to Mish at Southern Cross Station Skybus. So friendly and helpful Excellent…read moreexperience Thank you!

The SkyBus is a convenient way to get to the airport and the city. We got our tickets using our…read morephones. It's $22 one way or $36 round trip. There is plenty of room in the double-decker bus. The drive is about 30 minutes. Once you get dropped off the Southern Cross Station, you can take a tram to your final destination. Buses run every 10-15 minutes.

Best Airport for travel to other destinations . Easy access to WiFi and international and domestic…read moreflights . Can found lots of amenities inside the airport .

Food was really good. Got charging ports in the food court, easy to walk around, nice people. good…read morefood everywhere. Makes it easy to wait a while for flights.

Economical and convenient way to travel from MEL to the central business district. You can buy a…read moreround trip ticket at the kiosk next to the bus stop. It's a double decker and the bus is always full.

I don't understand why Melbourne's otherwise outstanding tram system doesn't extend to the airport…read morebut it doesn't. So your option is an expensive cab or the Skybus. Fortunately there was a stop right outside our hotel so it was super convenient. There are several routes that go to different places - just ask & staff will make sure you get to the right bus. The buses we were on were very clean, with pleasant drivers and ample luggage space. There is also free WiFi that actually worked. I'd rather take a tram but the Skybus gets the job done.