Airport Transfer Cost Calculator

Taxi and rideshare fares typically consist of a base fare (fixed flag-fall charge when the meter starts), a per-mile or per-kilometre rate, a per-minute rate for time spent in traffic, and various surcharges. Airport pickup surcharges ($2 to $5), tolls, and congestion charges may also apply. The total is: Base fare + (Distance x Per-mile rate) + (Time x Per-minute rate) + Surcharges.

A shared shuttle is typically cheaper per person than a rideshare when travelling alone or as a couple to a destination served by a fixed shuttle route. For groups of 3 or more, a private rideshare or taxi often costs less per person than multiple shuttle seats. This calculator compares both options side by side.

The standard tip for taxi and private car drivers in the US is 15% to 20% of the metered fare before tip. For rideshares (Uber, Lyft), tipping is optional but customary at $2 to $5 for short trips. Shuttle bus drivers typically receive $1 to $2 per bag or $5 per person as a customary tip.

In the US, reasonable transportation costs between an airport and a hotel or business destination are generally deductible as business travel expenses under IRS Publication 463. Keep receipts and note the business purpose. Mileage rates and actual expense deduction rules apply as set by the IRS.

Compare transfer options on: total cost (including tips, surcharges, and luggage fees), travel time (direct vs stops for shared shuttles), reliability (pre-booked private transfers vs queuing for taxis), and convenience (door-to-door vs terminal to city centre). For budget travel, public transit (subway, train, bus) is often the most economical option where available.