Can I charge my electric car at the airport?

When EVs typically have a range of a few hundred kilometres, it's pretty unlikely that you're going to run low on a drive to the airport and back.

That said, if you're out of routine and skipped a regular charge, then it's possible you could find yourself in need of some juice. You might also need a top-up at the airport if you've left your EV in long-term parking while on an extended trip.

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EVs shouldn't lose much charge while sitting idle for extended periods, especially if it's a new vehicle, but that can change due to several factors including the state of charge when the car is parked, the outdoor temperature and the age of the battery.

So if you do find yourself in need of a charge, what are your options at the different airports around Australia? It turns out many don't have EV charge stations in their onsite car parks, but options generally aren't far away.

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No, there aren't any EV chargers in Sydney Airport's public car parks, but the airport's website says it is "working on providing EV charging options in the future".

If you're a high roller you might take advantage of:

Tesla: Sydney Airport – Qantas Valet Parking
Arrivals Level, Terminal 3
Plugs: Tesla x 2

Otherwise, there are options at a nearby airport parking station:

Park on King
338 King St, Mascot
Plugs: Tesla x 2 22kW, Type x 2

Other airport parking options like Wilson Parking's Space Shuttle Airport Parking also offer EV charging. In a pinch you might also try here:

Mantra on Sydney Airport
5 Ross Smith Ave, Mascot
Plugs: Phase Three x 1

Otherwise you'll find a few of the major charging networks nearby:

bp pulse Australia: BP Sydenham
339 Princes Hwy
Plugs: CCS/SAE x 2 75kW

JOLT: Gardeners Road
904 Gardeners Rd
Plugs: CHAdeMO x 2 25kW, CCS/SAE x 2 25 kW

Evie: Marrickville Metro Shopping Centre
34 Victoria Rd, Marrickville
Plugs: Tesla x 2 11kW

Yes, there is some EV charging available on-site at Melbourne Airport, with two wall plugs in the T4 car park. Other options aren't far away, with airport parking services including:

SkyPark Melbourne Airport Parking
189D South Centre Road, Tullamarine
Plugs: Wall x 6

Corporate Smartpark
43929 Sabre Court, Tullamarine
Plugs: Tesla x 2 11kW

Otherwise, it's a short trip down the Tullamarine Freeway towards the city:

Chargefox: RACV – Westfield
29–35 Louis St, Airport West
Plugs: CCS/SAE x 6 350kW, CHAdeMO x 2 50kW

Brisbane Airport has a couple of EV charging options available around its Skygate retail hub:

Brisbane Airport DFO – Nick Scali
Shop 1/30 The Circuit, Brisbane Airport
Plugs: CHAdeMO x 4 50kW, CCS/SAE x 4 50kW

You'll also find a J-1772 and Wall plug in the car park near Sushi Station.

While there aren't any EV chargers on airport grounds, you've got a few options nearby Canberra Airport. In the Majura Park shopping centre next to the airport you'll find:

Chargefox: Ikea
1030 Majura Rd
Plugs: Type 2 x 4 22kW

Tesla Supercharger: McDonald's
Cnr Majura Road & Mustang Ave
Plugs: Tesla (Fast) x 6 120kW, CCS/SAE x 6 120kW

Plus there's EV charging in the Brindabella business park:

39 Brindabella Circuit
Plugs: Type 2 x 6

Evie Networks was slated to install a charge station at Hobart Airport in 2023, but it doesn't appear to be in service yet. Your nearest option is:

Barilla Holiday Park
75 Richmond Rd, Cambridge
Plugs: Wall x 1

But you'd be better off venturing a little further to:

Evie: Glebe Hill Village
1 Commerce Drive (Corner of Pass Rd & Rokeby Rd), Howrah
Plugs: CHAdeMO x 2 50kW, CCS/SAE x 2 50kW

Thankfully, you don't have to venture far at Adelaide Airport to charge up your EV. Options include:

Tesla: Adelaide Airport – Qantas Valet Parking
Andy Thomas Circuit
Plugs: Tesla x 2 22kW

EvUp: Adelaide Airport – Terminal car park
Andy Thomas Circuit
Plugs: Type 2 x 4

Otherwise, head to a nearby shopping centre:

Evie: HomeCo. Mile End
121–150 Railway Terrace, Mile End South
Plugs: CHAdeMO x 2 50kW, CCS/SAE x 2 50kW

There's not a lot on offer at Perth Airport, so it's best to head next door:

Chargefox: DFO Perth
11 High St, Perth Airport
Plugs: Type 2 x 2 7kW

Otherwise, pop around the corner:

AmpCharge: Ampol Foodary Belmont
303 Great Eastern Hwy, Belmont
Plugs: CHAdeMO x 1 70kW, CCS/SAE x 1 70kW

You're in luck at Darwin Airport as long as you're not in a rush:

Tesla Destination: Darwin International Airport – Short Stay Car Park
Henry Wrigley Dr, Eaton
Plugs: Type 2 x 2 4kW

For faster charging, head over to the nearby shopping centre:

Evie: Northlakes Shopping Centre
3292 McMillans Rd, Marrara
Plugs: CHAdeMO x2 50kW, CCS/SAE x2 50kW