Transportation from Papeete City Center to Faa'a International Airport
Tahiti's main airport, Faa'a Airport, is located very close to the city center of Papeete. The easiest way to get to Papeete Airport from the center is taxis, although they are more expensive than buses.
It can be difficult to find a taxi on the street after 6 pm, but there are two taxi stands by the sea in Papeete city centre. Although the prices are fixed and determined by the state, it is useful to confirm the fare to the airport before taking a taxi. After 8:30 p.m., prices increase by a few dollars.
Credit cards are not valid in taxis. You have to pay the driver in cash. As a precaution for drivers who are coy about change, make sure to have coins with you. In order to avoid all kinds of negative situations, write down the license plate of the taxi you take in a corner. Taxis can depart from in front of hotels as well as from fixed stops. However, the best guarantee is to call a taxi from the reception of a hotel.
To get to Papeete Airport by bus from Papeete city center, you need to take the number 3 or 7 from Rue du Marechal FOCH Street. Don't forget to tell the driver that you will be getting off at the airport because Papeete Airport is not the last stop.
You can get more information about buses, which are the most economical way to go from Papeete city center to the airport, from the official website or application of the bus company.
Le Truck, Tahiti's famous airy and wooden public transport vehicle, no longer operates, replaced by city buses operated by the municipality. Cash payments are made to the driver in city buses. Credit cards are not valid on buses.
Since this bus does not only run on the airport route, it can be busy during the day. If you are fond of your comfort, this option may not make you completely happy.
Tour companies also provide airport transfers, as most tourists to Tahiti come by tour. If you want, you can include Papeete Airport transfer in your tour package, or you can also contact tu companies and arrange a private transfer from Papeete city center to Faa'a Airport.
Transportation from Newark Liberty Airport to City Center
USA's most vibrant city New York is a giant metropolis which hosts millions of visitors every year. Newark Liberty Airport is another options for those who wish to travel to New York.
Newark Liberty Airport is the second busiest airport of New York and is 23 km's away from the city center. There're many travel alternatives to get to the city center from Newark Liberty Airport. Trains, shuttle buses, taxis and car rentals are among the options.
AirTrain operates 7/24 between airport's terminals. This line also connects the airport to the airport train station. Airport trains goes in the direction of Manhattan. You can easily get to that side of the city with these trains. You also get off at an interchange station if you wish to go to another part. There're also trains going to the cities nearby at the airport terminal. You can also travel easily to the cities nearby with these trains.
There're taxis just outside the terminal stations. Newark Airport Express buses also travel between Newark and city center.
These buses operate from 6 A.M. to Midnight and go to Bryant Park, Grand Central Station and Port Authority Bus.
You can also consider car rental options.
Transportation to City Center from JFK International Airport
Located 20 km away from New York City center, JFK is among the busiest airports of US. Subway, train, bus, taxi and car rental are among the options for transportation.
AirTrain is a free service of JFK which is used for transportation in between airport terminals and public transportation stops.
After getting off the plane, you should transfer to the AirTrain in order to get to the transportation mean of your preference.
The famous New York Subway is a good option to travel almost everywhere in the city. You should check the subway map beforehand in order to prevent any complications. Manhattan, Queens and Jamaica are the main stations of 3 different directions.
New York city center trains are go by the name LIRR. LIRR is the abbreviation for Long Island Rail Road. It's possible to transfer to LIRR line from Jamaica Station.
There're buses which departure from the Jamaica Station of the airport and going in the direction of the city center. It's possible to go everywhere in the city with bus lines starting with Q. Traveling time can't be predicted due to the traffic problem of New York.
Privately owned shuttles departure from incoming passenger terminal and go in the direction of the city center. Some hotels have shuttle services for city center as well. Taxis and car-rental options can also be considered for a quick and comfortable transportation.