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Cheap New York City Airport Transportation
New York City has the highest density of air travelers of almost any place in America. Yet, getting to and from any of the three major metro airports can be a slow, tedious and expensive proposition. If you need to reach a New York metro airport without the aid of a friend or family member's lift, here is FTF's guide to some of the most convenient and low-cost ways to reach JFK International, LaGuardia or Newark Liberty.
SuperShuttle
What are those blue and yellow minivans you're seeing on the streets of New York? Welcome SuperShuttle, which long ago swept other major airports, and now provides group rides to and from Manhattan to Kennedy, LaGuardia and Newark airports, in addition to service in 17 cities throughout the US. New York areas rates range from $15 to $22 and discounts are offered to additional passengers in the same party; major credit cards are accepted on board. Wheelchair vans are available upon request. Pick-ups can be arranged, on demand, 24 hours a day, from your home, office or hotel. Call 800/258-3826, 212/BLUE VAN or visit www.supershuttle.com for info, exact rates and to make online reservations. 24-hour notice is suggested.
Taxis and Car Services
In comparison, a taxi to JFK could cost over $60 plus toll and tip, depending on traffic. Note that taxis from JFK to Manhattan are now at a fixed rate of $45 plus toll and tip. (Taxis to/from LaGuardia run $16-$26 and to/from Newark run $30-$38 plus tolls and tips.) The same rates apply to most private car services (dispatched cars or limos which can be ordered in advance), though there is no fixed return from JFK. The advantage of using a car service is that they charge a flat fee regardless of the travel time it takes on often congested highways.
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