Avalon Airport

What Avalon Airport does

Avalon Airport (legal entity Avalon Airport Australia Pty Ltd) is Victoria's second international airport, located in Lara, approximately 55km from Melbourne CBD and 15km from Geelong. The airport operates 24/7 with no curfew on a 1,753-hectare precinct, anchored by a 3,050-metre runway capable of handling the largest commercial aircraft including B747 and Antonov freighters. It has been operational since 1953 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fox Group Holdings Pty Ltd.

The airport runs an integrated portfolio spanning passenger terminal services, freight handling, parking, property leasing, filming, and ground transport access. Core infrastructure includes an 8,500m² international cargo processing terminal with 762m² of climate-controlled cold chain storage (2°C to 25°C), hangars up to 8,400m² with 40-tonne load capacity, and full ULD management with CTO and ABF 77G depot certifications. Passenger services are anchored by Jetstar (operating since 2004 with high load factors across Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Bali routes) and supplemented by FlyPelican (Canberra from October 2025). The 40-hectare Industrial Precinct hosts anchor tenants including Cotton On, PetStock, Australia Post, Hanwha Defense, and is leased through Linfox. The airport also hosts the biennial Australian International Airshow (195,000+ attendees).

Avalon generates revenue across six streams: passenger charges (A$22 international, A$5 domestic) and landing fees, freight ramp handling (A$1,500-4,700 per turnaround), property and tenancy leasing, parking (drive-up and pre-booked), ground transport and commercial access fees (A$4.40 rideshare fee from March 2025), and filming/advertising. The catchment covers 3.3 million people within 60 minutes, with multimodal connectivity to Port of Geelong (15 mins), Port of Melbourne (35 mins), and Tullamarine (45 mins). Pricing across services is unit-based and pay-as-you-go in Australian dollars exclusive of GST.

Name

Avalon Airport

Legal name

Avalon Airport Australia Pty Ltd

Website

https://avalonairport.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1953

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Avalon Airport is Victoria's second international airport, operating 24/7 curfew-free from a 1,753-hectare precinct in Lara, Australia, serving Jetstar passenger flights, freight operators, and industrial tenants with multimodal logistics connectivity to Melbourne and Geelong.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Airport Operations and Infrastructure

NAICS

Airport Operations (48811)

SIC

Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation Infrastructure Agencies (Public Airports, Airfield Ops, Ground Access) (BPAIALAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Airport Transfer Services (Meet-and-Greet, Fixed-Route) (THADAEAG)

Keywords

• Airport operations
• Passenger terminal services
• Air freight handling
• Cold chain logistics
• Airport property leasing

Headquarters

HQ city

Lara

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Passenger Charges & Landing Fees: Avalon generates revenue per arriving and departing passenger (A$22 for international using the international terminal, A$5 for domestic using the domestic terminal) and per 1,000kg MTOW landing charges for aircraft. Additional revenue from aircraft parking charges after free periods.
2. Freight Handling: Revenue from freight operations including ramp handling (A$1,500-4,700 per turnaround), freight operations management (A$1,500 per turnaround if managed by AAA), customs documentation, and ground handling services. Freight terminal handles 10,000 tonnes annually with 100,000 tonne capacity.
3. Property & Tenancy Leasing: Avalon Airport precinct (1,753 hectares) includes a 40-hectare Industrial Precinct with Linfox managing leasing opportunities. Tenants include Cotton On, PetStock, Australia Post, and Hanwha Defense. Additional revenue from hangars (up to 8,400m²) and filming/advertising on airport grounds.
4. Parking Revenue: Parking services generating revenue from Drive Up, Short Term, and Long Term parking. The first 60 minutes are free, with daily rates up to A$55 for Drive Up and A$47.50 for pre-booked. Multi-day rates apply for extended stays.
5. Ground Transport & Commercial Access Fees: Revenue from taxi and rideshare access fees (A$4.40 per vehicle pickup from March 2025), bus zone fees, and commercial vehicle access charges. Ground transport equipment rental (GSE) and labour charges also contribute.
6. Filming & Advertising: Revenue from filming productions (films, TV series, commercials, photo shoots) using airport facilities including runways, hangars (3,000-10,000m²), terminal, and outdoor areas. Advertising space (indoor and outdoor billboards) leased through Claude Outdoor.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels11 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Avalon Airport operates Victoria's second international airport, providing passenger terminal services (domestic and international flights via Jetstar), airport parking, freight handling at the Melbourne Freight Terminal (8,500m² cargo facility with cold chain storage), industrial property leasing within a 40-hectare precinct, and ground transport services. The airport operates 24/7 with no curfew, serves a 60-minute catchment of 3.3 million people, and handles approximately 10,000 tonnes of freight annually with capacity for 100,000 tonnes.

Product overview

Avalon Airport operates as Victoria's second international airport offering a unified passenger and cargo service portfolio. The core offerings center on passenger terminal services (domestic and international flights via Jetstar), comprehensive parking solutions (Drive Up, Short Term, Long Term), and the Melbourne Freight Terminal (8,500m² cargo processing with cold chain capabilities). Supporting services include Property & Industrial Precinct leasing (40-hectare industrial estate, hangars up to 8,400sqm), Filming & Advertising locations, Ground Transport Services (SkyBus, MyBus, taxis, rideshare, car hire), Accessibility Services, free WiFi, and Tourism Refund Scheme processing. The airport operates 24/7 with no curfew, serving a 60-minute catchment of 3.3 million people.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Passenger Terminal Services Domestic and international passenger terminal facilities offering check-in kiosks for all airlines, security screening with CT scanning, and passenger lounges. Services include accessibility features, hearing augmentation, hearing loops, and assistance animal facilities for departing and arriving passengers.
• Airline Services (Jetstar) Commercial passenger flights operated by Jetstar connecting Melbourne Avalon Airport with Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast (domestic) and Bali (international).
• Parking Services Airport parking with three options: Drive Up Parking (flexible last-minute parking), Short Term Parking (pre-booked online), and Long Term Parking (best value for stays over 5 days). First 60 minutes free, with daily rates up to A$55 for Drive Up and A$47.50 for pre-booked.
• Melbourne Freight Terminal 8,500m² international cargo processing facility with 762m² climate-controlled cold chain storage (temperature range 2°C to 25°C). Handles import/export, ULD management, dangerous goods, livestock, and oversized cargo. Annual capacity of 100,000 tonnes. Certified with CTO and ABF 77G depot certifications, DAFF export and import approval.
• Property & Industrial Precinct Leasing 1,753-hectare airport precinct with 40-hectare fully-serviced industrial estate offering greenfield sites for leasing. Includes hangars up to 8,400m² with 24-hour access, heavy floor rating, overhead cranes, and direct tarmac access. Leasing opportunities managed by Linfox.
• Filming & Advertising Services Film production locations including 3,000-10,000m² hangars, runway/taxiway access, terminal facilities, and outdoor areas. Also offers indoor/outdoor advertising spaces for lease managed through Claude Outdoor.
• Ground Transport Services Transportation options including SkyBus Avalon City Express to Melbourne CBD and Werribee, MyBus transfers to Geelong/Bellarine/Surf Coast, Route 18 to Lara Station, taxi services, rideshare pickup, and car hire from Budget, Avis, Hertz, Sixt, Kangaroo Rentals.
• Tourism Refund Scheme (TRS) Tourism Refund Scheme facilities allowing international passengers to claim TRS on items in checked baggage before check-in at the ABF window in the forecourt.

Quantifiable outcome

• 195,000+ attendees at Australian International Airshow held biennially
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers20 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• FlyPelicancoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 October 2025FlyPelican commenced flights from Avalon Airport to Canberra in October 2025, adding a new domestic destination and expanding the airport's airline network.
• JetstarcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2004Jetstar is the primary airline partner at Avalon Airport, having operated low-cost flights since 2004. The airline connects Melbourne Avalon Airport with Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast domestically and Bali internationally. Jetstar consistently achieves high load factors at Avalon.
• Air BPcoreTechnology or IntegrationAvalon Airport distributes JET-A1 fuel on behalf of Air BP. Air BP is the aviation fuel division of BP, providing aviation fuel products and services at the airport.
• Airservices AustraliacoreTechnology or IntegrationAirservices Australia provides Air Traffic Control services and manages airspace around Avalon Airport. Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting Services (ARFFS) are also available. Consult ERSA and Airservices Australia NOTAM System for hours of operation and services provided.
• SkyBuscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSkyBus operates the Avalon City Express, providing direct airport transfers between Melbourne CBD (Southern Cross Station), Werribee, and Avalon Airport. SkyBus meets each major flight and offers free WiFi onboard.
• MyBusminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMyBus provides airport transfer services between Avalon Airport and Geelong, the Bellarine, and the Surf Coast regions. Door-to-door service with bookings required at least two business days in advance.
• Cotton OncoreOthersCotton On is a major tenant occupying corporate headquarters within the Avalon Airport precinct, demonstrating the airport's ability to attract large retail and corporate tenants.
• PetStockcoreOthersPetStock is a major tenant occupying corporate headquarters within the Avalon Airport precinct, part of the growing commercial property ecosystem.
• Australia PostcoreOthersAustralia Post is a major tenant occupying corporate headquarters within the Avalon Airport precinct, leveraging the strategic location for logistics and distribution operations.
• Hanwha DefensecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHanwha Defense is a key tenant in Australia's newest defence precinct at Avalon Airport, representing the establishment of a significant defence industry hub at the airport.
• LinfoxcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLinfox manages leasing opportunities for the Avalon Airport precinct, offering end-to-end solutions including constructing specific built facilities based on tenant requirements and leasing on long-term arrangements. As part of the Fox Group Holdings (parent of Avalon Airport Australia Pty Ltd), Linfox provides development and funding expertise for customers.
• Budget, Avis, Hertz, Sixt, Kangaroo RentalscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFive major car rental brands operate from within the Avalon Airport arrivals hall, offering vehicle hire to travellers. Counters are present in the main terminal with vehicles collected from adjacent parking areas.
• Geelong Taxi Network, Black & White Cabs, 13 CABSminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAffiliated taxi companies providing commercial passenger vehicle services at Avalon Airport. Services operate from the designated taxi rank directly outside the terminal.
• Claude OutdoorminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClaude Outdoor manages advertising space leasing for Avalon Airport, offering beautifully-positioned indoor and outdoor advertising spaces for lease. Contact via [email protected].
• Avalon No.1 Pty LtdminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAvalon No.1 Pty Ltd manages commercial vehicle operations including larger groups and charter tour arrangements at the airport. Operates under the broader Fox Group Holdings umbrella.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Darwin International Airport: Northern Australia regional international airport serving defence, resources, and tourism markets. Operates a comparable mix of limited-route passenger service plus freight/cargo operations with defence industry linkages similar to Avalon's Hanwha tenant.
• Gold Coast Airport: Queensland secondary/regional airport serving leisure travellers with low-cost carrier mix. Comparable to Avalon as a regional-leisure airport relying on a primary anchor airline (historically Jetstar/Virgin) and offering international leisure routes.
• Perth Airport: Privately-operated Australian international airport with diversified aeronautical and non-aeronautical (retail, property, car parking) revenue streams. Comparable mix of passenger terminal, cargo operations, and substantial property precinct monetisation.
• Hobart Airport: Tasmanian airport with comparable profile of domestic passenger routes, low-cost carrier focus, and growing international leisure (seasonal) service. Operates as a smaller-volume regional international airport with similar route diversification challenges.
• Sydney Airport (Kingsford Smith): Australia's busiest airport, recently privatised. Operates extensive passenger, freight, and retail property portfolio on a constrained Sydney site. Avalon's primary domestic route is Sydney, making it the largest direct competitor and origin/destination pair.
• Brisbane Airport Corporation: Major Australian airport operating both domestic and international terminals with significant freight and property precinct operations. Operates one of Avalon's key destination routes (Brisbane) and is a structural competitor for interstate passenger share.
• Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport: Privately-built and operated regional Queensland airport with freight focus and industrial precinct on adjacent land. Comparable as a private-sector regional airport combining passenger, cargo, and industrial property development.
• Adelaide Airport: Privately-operated (PEP) Australian capital-city airport offering domestic and international passenger services plus cargo. Comparable mix of passenger terminal operations, freight infrastructure, and property leasing on the airport precinct.
• Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine): Victoria's primary international airport located ~22km from Melbourne CBD. Directly competes with Avalon for passenger and freight volumes in the same Melbourne metro catchment, but operates with larger infrastructure, more airlines, and curfew constraints.

Emerging players

• Christchurch Airport: New Zealand airport with diversified aeronautical, freight, and property revenue mix. Operates a comparable combined passenger-cargo-business precinct model, and provides benchmark for Pacific-region secondary international airports targeting cargo and industrial property monetisation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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