I would like to take this time to share my personal experiences when selecting airport shuttle service at the Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Like most cities around the world ground transportation in south Florida can be a bit challenging and somewhat confusing.

Airport shuttle rates vary depending on which option you choose. Availability and schedules vary as well. I would like to start of with the free services. Most airport hotels located within a five mile radius offer complimentary airport shuttle service to and from the airport. However they are not available 24 hours. Most complementary hotel shuttles typically run every half hour and are based on availability. Be sure to check with your local hotels to verify frequency and availability.

Taxi cabs are additional options, an airport shuttle service or limo would be your alternative options as well. I must add that they get an "A" for convenience. Once you exit the baggage claim area, and proceed outside to curbside, the taxi cabs are conveniently located right outside the front door. Taxicab vehicles have meters in them that measure how many miles it takes for a passenger to reach his or her destination. This is how they determine how much to charge for the travel time and distance. Luxury vehicles often charge higher prices, but you can often share a ride with someone else to make the fare and tip more affordable. Many cities have regulations about cleanliness and speeding. In some cities, for instance, licensed cab drivers cannot smoke in the vehicles. This helps ensure a clean, safe trip for paying customers. The standardized taxi rates are $2.50 for the first 1/6 mile and.40 cents for each additional 1/6 mile, OR per minute of waiting time. There is a $10 minimum fare for trips that begin at the airport. Fares do not include a gratuity, plan to give around 15%.

Airport Shuttle services are available at Fort lauderdale International Airport. Share-ride fares are based on a per person basis. This is usually a good option If you don't mind waiting for other passengers to board the van. Express shuttle services are based on flat rates and are a much quicker option. They offer direct and non-stop service to your destination. These Airport shuttles are non-share rides and are available on a prearranged basis. Therefore you would have to book them prior to arriving at the airport, or you might consider a luxury sedan which provides a "zone" fare from the Airport right to your home. Private Car service is also available as well. The Airport Shared Shuttle charges by distance and by person. It is usually less expensive than a taxi for a party of 1 or 2 people. However, it may take you much longer to get to your destination than it would take in a taxi. This is because there are other passengers being dropped off as well, at various locations. Well I hope I was able to shed some light as to what can be expected when flying into Fort lauderdale International Airport.

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