United States: Airport

AIRPORT Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) Transportation to City Center O'Hare International Airport Terminal 1 The airport lies 17 miles northwest of Chicago. The Airport Transit System (ATS) offers passengers and visitors convenience in navigating around the airport. The rail system is free and operates between the domestic and international terminals, long-term parking, and the Metra station. Travel time from beginning to end is seven minutes. A drop-off location at the north end of Lot E, termed Kiss n' Fly, allows passengers to be dropped off by car to take the ATS to any of the four terminals and avoid the core airport traffic. Buses, trains, shuttles, and taxis all make the trek to and from the airport. Journey time by taxi to downtown Chicago is about 30 to 45 minutes, depending on traffic. Expect to pay about $35 to $40. American United [1] (773) 327-6161 Dispatch [1] (773) 248-7600 Flash Cab Co. [1] (773) 878-8500 Dispatch [1] (773) 561-1444 Jiffy Cab Co. [1] (773) 487-9000 Yellow Cab [1] (312) 225-7440 Dispatch [1] (312) 882-4922 TrainThe Chicago Transit Authority runs a 24-hour service between downtown and the airport. Blue Line stations downtown include La Salle, Jackson, Monroe, and Washington. The Orange Line from Midway Airport connects with the Blue Line at Clark/Lake station. Expect the ride to take about 45 minutes. Trains run every 10 minutes during the day for a fare of $1.50. The CTA station at the airport is located in the Main Parking Garage on the lowest level next to the elevator center 4. Pedestrian tunnels link Terminals 1, 2, and 3. Passengers in Terminal 5 can take the ATS to Terminal 3 and follow the signs from there. The Blue Line train offers an economical and efficient way to the airport from downtown and is handicapped accessible. However, one is advised not to use the train late at night for safety reasons. The Chicago Transit Authority offers door-to-door and lift-equipped transport to qualified persons. Out-of-town visitors must give one-week's notice to use the service. Call: [1] (312) 917-4357 (voice); or [1] (312) 917-1338 (TTY). The Metra North Central commuter line transports residents in the Lake and northern Cook counties between Antioch and Union Station in Chicago. Trains run five times daily between Monday and Friday only. A transfer stop is offered at O'Hare. A free shuttle bus will take passengers from the transfer station to the Airport Transit System (ATS), which connects to all airport terminals. The fare between the transfer stop and downtown Chicago is $3.15. MetraWeekdays 8a.m. to 5p.m. (Central Standard Time) Tel: [1] (312) 322-6777 TTY: [1] (312) 322-6774 Evenings and weekends: Travel Information Center Tel: [1] (312) 836-7000 TTY: [1] (312) 836-4949 Airport ShuttlesContinental Airport Express runs a coach and van service to O'Hare from north suburban locations between 6a.m. and 11:30p.m. Fares run about $17.50 and shuttles depart every 5-10 minutes. For information, call: [1] (312) 454-7800 or [1] (800) 654-7871. The central pick-up location for all Pace, regional, and hotel courtesy buses, rental car agencies, and parking shuttles is the Bus/Shuttle Center, located on the ground level near elevator center 3 in the elevated parking garage. Pedestrian tunnels link Terminals 1, 2, and 3 to the Center. Terminal 5 passengers can hop aboard the ATS to Terminal 3 and follow the signs from there. Bluebird Charter [1] (800) 400-5500 Service to:  Champaign Owl Airport Service [1] (800) 621-4153 Service to: Lake Geneva, Lake Zurich, McHenry, Richmond, and Volo Pace Bus [1] (847) 364-7223   Peoria Charter [1] (800) 448-0572 Service to: Joliet, Normal, Pontiac, and Peoria Tri-State [1] (800) 248-8747 Service to: Suburban Chicago, LaPorte, IN; Michigan City, IN; Elkhart, IN; South Bend, IN; Mishawaka, IN; Notre Dame, IN; Osceola, IN United Limo [1] (800) 833-5555 Service to: Milwaukee, WI; Racine/Kenosha, WI; South Bend, IN; Michigan City, IN; Portage, IN; Kalamazoo, MI; Battle Creek, MI; East Lansing, MI; Benton Harbor, MI; Flint, MI; New Buffalo, MI Van Galder Bus [1] (800) 747-0994 Service to: Rockford, IL; Janesville, WI; Madison, WI Inter-Airport ShuttleFor passengers trying to connect between O'Hare and Midway Airports, look for the Omega Airport Shuttle between 7a.m. and 11:45p.m.; it departs hourly for a fare of $17, and passengers should expect the trip between airports to take about an hour. Pickup is located at bus/shuttle center door number 4. Another hourly service travels between Hyde Park and O'Hare Airport. Information booths on the lower level of each terminal provide exact times and locations, or check the Omega website. Omega Airport ShuttleTel: [1] (773) 483-6634 Web: www.omegashuttle.com/   Car RentalLook for the car rental agencies on the lower level near baggage claim areas in Terminals 1, 2, and 3. From Terminal 5, passengers can use the courtesy telephones on the lower level to call. Most car rental agencies also offer courtesy vans or buses to the car rental pick-up and drop-off locations. Alamo [1] (800) 327-9633 Avis [1] (800) 331-1212 Budget [1] (800) 527-0700 Dollar [1] (800) 800-4000 Hertz [1] (800) 654-3131 National [1] (800) 227-7368 Airport AmenitiesAlong with an assortment of eateries, O'Hare offers the passenger retail stores, gift and news shops, duty-free stores, post office (Terminal 2, upper level), lounges, cafes, ATM machines, currency exchange, the Skybird Conference Center, and business support. The conference center consists of meeting rooms, on-site catering, and a full business center; call [1] (773) 686-6101 for more information. The Hilton Business Center, offering fax, copying, and shipping services, is located in the lower arcade of the O'Hare Hilton Hotel, [1] (773) 601-1743. Laptop Lane, within the airport itself, allows business travelers to fax, print, make long-distance calls, or use personal computers with T1 lines; call [1] (773) 894-3100 for more information. Also located within the confines of the airport are a children's museum and play area, an interfaith chapel (open 24 hours a day), health club ([1] (773) 601-1723), massage center (Backrub Hub, 9a.m. to 9p.m. daily), and a hair salon. Airlines also offer their own lounges. Airport Contact Information Department of Aviation Chicago O'Hare International Airport P.O. Box 66142 Chicago, IL  60666 Tel: [1] (773) 686-3700 Fax: [1] (773) 686-3573 Web: www.flychicago.com/OHare/OhareHomepage.shtm Email: aviation@Ohare.com Travelers Aid: [1] (773) 894-2427 Airport Main Switchboard: [1] (773) 686-2200 Lost and Found: [1] (773) 686-2201 Ground Transportation: [1] (773) 686-8040 U.S. Customs: [1] (773) 894-2900 Houston Houston Intercontinental Airport (IAH) Transportation to City Center George Bush Intercontinental Airport Terminal B The airport lies 15 miles north of the city. Buses and taxis are available, and local hotels provide shuttle buses. One can reach Houston by METRO bus for a fare of $1. Board at Terminal C between 5:38a.m. and 12:32a.m.; buses run every 25-40 minutes. A metro bus day pass costs $2 and is good for unlimited rides for 24 hours. Present passes to the operator each time you board a METRO bus during the time the pass is valid. The Airport Express travels between the airport and downtown hotels in 30-minute intervals between 5:30a.m. and 11:30p.m. Expect a 30- to 60-minute ride into town. The ticket window is located on the south side of the terminal. Call [1] (281) 523-8888 for more information. Downtown  $16 Greenway Plaza  $17 Medical Center  $17 Post Oak/Galleria  $17 The Town and Country Airport Shuttle departs hourly, five minutes past the hour, between 6:05a.m. and 11:05p.m. The shuttle serves Adam's Mark, Westchase Hilton, Holiday Inn Houston West, Hilton West, Hyatt Regency, and Sheraton Town and Country for a fare of $17. Call: [1] (281) 230-3100 for more information. Cabs also ply the route between airport and city center. Fares run about $32 to downtown. Airport Contact InformationBush Intercontinental Airport Tel: [1] (281) 230-3000 Hobby AirportTransportation to City Center The airport lies nine miles from Houston's city center. If traveling by taxi, expect the trip to take between 20 and 45 minutes for a fare of around $20. An Airport Express bus services downtown and leaves in 30-minute intervals between 5:30a.m. and 11:30p.m. The $12 tickets are available at the ticket counter outside of baggage claim. Expect the travel time to take between 30 and 45 minutes. Downtown  $11 Greenway Plaza  $12 Medical Center  $12 Uptown/Galleria $12 Airport Contact InformationHobby Airport Tel: [1] (713) 640-3000 Los Angeles Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)Transportation to City Center Tarmac at LAX The airport is located 15 miles (24 km) from the city in Santa Monica Bay. The LAX Shuttle provides frequent free transfers between all terminals; stops can be found on the lower level of each terminal. Journey time between downtown L.A. and the airport by taxi takes around 30 minutes but can be much longer depending on traffic. Expect to pay between $25 to $30. Taxi Checker Cab  [1] (800) 300-5007 United Taxi  [1] (310) 821-1000 Yellow Cab  [1] (310) 808-1000 Rail By train, the Metro Green Line runs east to west between Norwalk and Redondo Beach. Get off at Aviation Station, where a free shuttle bus serves all LAX terminals. Buses arrive at lower levels of the terminals. Trains operate every 8 to 12 minutes between 4:30a.m. and 11:30p.m. Connections from the Blue Line, which runs north to south, can be made at Imperial Station. The metro fare costs $1.35 one-way, and $2.70 round-trip. For more metro information, visit the website atwww.mta.net/metro/metro.htm. Bus and Van A wide choice of bus and van services also exists. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority provides frequent bus services from downtown LA.; for more information, call [1] (213) 626-4455. Many companies provide 24-hour van services from L.A. and surrounding areas to the airport. They cost around $15 from downtown and Pasadena and $25 to $30 from the Valley. ABC Shuttle  [1] (800) 582-1923 Apollo Airport Shuttle  [1] (800) 342 9949 Best Shuttle [1] (800) 606-7433 Chequer Shuttle  [1] (310) 215-9950 Golden Shuttle  [1] (310) 645-7172 Inland Express  [1] (909) 626-6599 LAXpress Shuttle  [1] (800) 427-7483 Prime Time Shuttle  [1] (800) 733-8267 Quick Trip Shuttle  [1] (310) 838-6440 Roadrunner Shuttle  [1] (800) 247-7919 Shuttle One  [1] (800) 400-7488 SuperShuttle  [1] (800) 554-3146 Parking LAX offers over 21,000 parking spaces. Parking Information line: [1] (310) 646-9070. Miami Miami International Airport (MIA) Transportation to City Center The airport lies 6 miles (10 km) from the city. Shuttles regularly go to city hotels, and buses and taxis are available. Look for taxis on both arrival and departure levels. A taxi ride to Miami takes about 20 minutes. Flat-rate fares exist to the following zones: Port of Miami  $18 Miami Beach (South Beach to 63rd St.)  $24 Miami Beach (63rd St. and 87th Terrace)  $29 Bay Harbor Islands, Bal Harbour  $34 Indian Creek Village, Surfside, Sunny Isles, Golden Beach  $41 Key Biscayne  $31 Zone A Airport Hotels (posted in cabs)  $7 Zone B Airport Hotels (posted in cabs)  $10 The SuperShuttle van service departs from outside of baggage claim on the ground level. Single passenger rates in vans cost $7 to Miami airport area hotels; $14 to Coconut Grove; $17 to Key Biscayne; $9 to downtown hotels; $14 to the North district; and between $14 and $18 to the Miami Beach area. Bus and train service is provided by Tri-Rail. The commuter train runs between the airport and Broward and Palm Beach Counties. Look for the airport station east of the airport, across Le Jeune Road on NW 21st St. AAA Atlas Limo and Bus  [1] (800) 854-6687 Elite Transportation Services  [1] (305) 930-8300 Executive Limousine  [1] (800) 833-5594 Limousine Service  [1] (800) 872-5460 Network Limousine Services  [1] (800) 638-5466 SuperShuttle  [1] (800) BLUEVAN Tri-Rail  [1] (800) TRI-RAIL VIP Limousine Services  [1] (305) 662-5763 Airport Contact InformationTel: [1] (305) 876-7862 Fax: [1] (305) 876-7398 Web: www.miami-airport.com New York City John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) Transportation to City Center Air Train at JFK New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) lies 15 miles (24 km) southeast of central Manhattan. The least expensive way to reach Manhattan is to take the subway. There is no direct access from the airport, but you can take a complimentary shuttle bus to the Howard Beach Station and connect with the subway 'A' train. The shuttle bus operates 24 hours a day at 15-minute intervals. Look for the airport shuttle bus, labeled 'long-term parking lot,' outside of the terminals. The subway costs US$1.50 and the trip to Manhattan takes 90 minutes. Bus Another option is to take the New York Airport Express Bus Service to the Port Authority Bus Terminal and Grand Central Station. The bus operates every 15 to 30 minutes between 6a.m. and midnight. The trip takes about 60 minutes and costs US$13. Call [1] (718) 632-0500 for details. Super Shuttle Manhattan also operates from the airport. They offer a 24-hour door-to-door service to any location. The trip takes about 60 minutes and costs US$15 per person. Call [1] (212) 258-3826 for reservations. TaxiTaxis are scarce at the airport between 3p.m. and 6p.m., 9p.m. to 11p.m., and alternate transportation is recommended. If you arrive at any other time, proceed to the ranks outside of the terminals or call a taxi from inside the terminal. The taxi will take about 60 minutes to reach midtown Manhattan and will cost US$30 to $40. New York City Taxi   [1] (212) 692-8294 Limousine The most expensive and luxurious option is to take a private limousine. The trip will take 60 minutes and cost upwards of US$70. Look for the limousine courtesy telephones next to the Ground Transportation Information Booth on the baggage claim level. Aviv Car and Limousine Service [1] (212) 777-7777 Classic Limousine [1] (516) 567-5100 Car RentalCourtesy car rental telephones are located in each terminal in the arrivals area. Avis   [1] (718) 244-5406 [1] (800) 230-4898 Budget [1] (718) 656-6010 [1] (800) 527-0700 Hertz  [1] (718) 656-7600 [1] (800) 654-3131 National [1] (718) 632-8300 Airport Amenities There are information booths located in Terminal 1, 3, 4, 7, and 8. The information booths can provide information about hotels, ground transportation, tours and car hire. In addition, one can get automated parking and airport facility information by calling [1] (718) 244-4444. Airport facilities include banks, currency exchange, ATMs, bars, restaurants, post offices, shops, duty-free shops, and hotel reservation services located throughout the airport. Several beauty salons also exist. At Terminal 5 and 6, one can find fax, computer, and photocopy services available, and Terminal 7 offers conference facilities. For baggage storage, proceed to Terminal 4e and 4w on the second level. Baggage storage is open 7a.m. to 11p.m. and costs $1.40 to $5 per item per day. Call [1] (718) 656-8617 for information. There are over 60 airlines that service JFK Airport. Most airlines do not offer direct telephone access to their airport staff; instead they provide general toll-free numbers, but it is possible to speak to representatives at the check-in counters. Parking There is short-term parking available at the airport. Long-term parking lies 4 miles (6 km) from the terminals. Complimentary shuttle buses stop at the terminals, and it takes 15 minutes to reach the long-term parking lots. Airport Contact InformationAirport Authority: [1] (718) 244-4444 Toll-free: [1] (800) 247-7433 Web: www.panynj.gov/aviation/jfkframe.htm La Guardia Airport (LGA) Transportation to City Center Delta Terminal at La Guardia Airport New York La Guardia Airport (LGA) lies 8 miles (13 km) east of New York City. The least expensive option to reach Manhattan is to take the M60 Bus to 125th Street. From there, you can connect with numerous subway and bus lines. The bus trip takes 10 minutes, leaves every 30 minutes between 4:50a.m. and 1a.m., and costs US$1.50. The subway costs an additional US$1.50 to reach Manhattan. For exact route and schedule information, call the NYC Transit Authority Subway Information [1] (718) 330-1234 or Bus Information [1] (718) 335-1000. For Grand Central Station, Port Authority Bus Terminal or NY Penn Station, take the New York Airport Service Express Bus. Buses leave every 15 to 30 minutes between 6a.m. and midnight and cost US$8 to $10. Call [1] (718) 875-8200 for information. Look for the NY Airport Service Express Bus outside of each terminal. If you'd prefer direct service to your hotel, take either the Express Shuttle USA or the Super Shuttle Manhattan. Express Shuttle costs US$13 and takes between 45 to 60 minutes. It is an on-demand service between 7a.m. and midnight. Call [1] (800) 451-0455 for information. Super Shuttle costs US$15 and takes about 50 minutes. To reserve Super Shuttle, call [1] (800) 358-5826. TaxiTaxis also run regularly from the airport. Ignore offers of transportation from solicitors in the terminal and head straight to the taxi dispatchers outside of each terminal. They can assure safe and legitimate transportation. The taxi ride to Manhattan will cost US$20-30 and takes approximately 20 minutes. New York City Taxi   [1] (212) 692-8294 Car Rental In the arrivals area of each terminal, one can find courtesy telephones or car rental counters. The car rental offices are located off-site, and free transfers are available from each terminal. Avis  [1] (718) 507-3600 [1] (800) 230-4898 Budget  [1] (718) 639-6400 [1] (800) 527-0700 Dollar   [1] (718) 779-5600 [1] (800) 800-4000 Hertz  [1] (718) 478-5300 [1] (800) 654-3131 National  [1] (718) 429-5893 Airport Amenities For questions and assistance with ground transportation, visit the Ground Transportation Information Booths in the Baggage Claim Area of each terminal or call [1] (800) 247-7433. Information about tours and hotels can be obtained from the Information desk (tel: [1] (718) 533-3400) located in the Central Terminal Building. Additional airport facilities include currency exchange, ATMs, medical and dental services, restaurants, coffee shops, fast food, and duty free stores. Conference facilities and business services are available in the Central Terminal Building. Short- and long-term parking are also available. For Baggage Storage, proceed to the US Airways Terminal. The daily charge per item is between US$1.50 and US$10. Call [1] (718) 478-1690 for information. Airport Contact InformationMost airlines do not offer direct telephone access to their airport staff, instead they provide general toll-free numbers, but it is possible to speak to representatives at the airline check-in counters. Airport Authority: [1] (718) 533-3400 Web: www.panynj.gov/aviation/lgaframe.HTM San Francisco San Francisco International Airport (SFO) San Francisco International Airport Transportation to City Center The airport lies 15 miles (25 km) from the city and has undergone massive development. Metered taxis cost approximately $35 for the 30-minute ride downtown. Shared rides are common and will ultimately cost the passenger less; up to five persons may ride for the price of one passenger. The airport requires that taxi drivers accept fares to all Bay Area destinations. Uniformed taxi coordinators that assist passengers with questions and problems are available at all terminals. Wheelchair passengers and those with disabilities can contact the Airport Curbside personnel on the Center Island between terminals. Between the hours of midnight and 6a.m., use the courtesy telephones next to the taxi zone. AirTrain, the airport's complimentary automated people mover, takes passengers between terminals, garages, rental car center, and the airport BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) station. BART connects passengers to downtown San Francisco, northern San Mateo County, and East Bay destinations. The station is located on the departures level of the International Terminal. It also connects passengers to CalTrain Commuter Rail, which provides service between San Francisco and San Jose, with weekday commute service to Gilroy. Its nearest airport stop is Millbrae, and it provides free shuttle transfer to airport terminals. CalTrain operates a once-hourly (two hourly during morning and afternoon rush hours) weekday service between 5a.m. and 11:59p.m. Saturday service starts at 7a.m., and Sunday service at 8a.m. until 10p.m. Passengers can connect from the BART to Caltrain systems at the Millbrae station. Many bus/van operators also serve the city. Frequent services are run by Sam Trans (24-hour service to San Mateo County and parts of San Francisco and Palo Alto), [1] (800) 660-4287, and S.F.O. Airporter, [1] (800) 532-8405. A Sam Trans bus costs $2 to $3, the S.F.O. Airporter will cost $10, and door-to-door van services cost from $10 to $25, depending on pick-up or drop-off point. San Francisco city guides occasionally provide discount coupons for local transportation; look for them at information desks. Door-to-door van service is available to the following counties:  San Mateo, Santa Clara, Marin, Alameda, Contra Costa, and Solano. At the International terminal, vans depart from level 1 bus courtyards A and G. Vans depart from the domestic and old terminals from arrivals courtyards 1, 2, 3, and 4. Transportation Hotline: [1] (800) SFO-2008 (7:30a.m. to 5p.m.) Specific Transit Information: http://transit.511.org/index.asp, or visit the airport's website. Car Rental Alamo Rent A Car Tel: [1] (650) 347-9911 Fax: [1] (650) 616-8074 www.alamo.com Avis Rent-A-Car Tel: [1] (650) 877-3156 Fax: [1] (650) 873-2064 www.avis.com Budget Rent A Car Tel: [1] (650) 877-0998 Fax: [1] (650) 876-1715 www.budget.com Dollar Tel: [1] (650) 244-4131 Fax: [1] (650) 244-4146 www.dollar.com Enterprise Tel: [1] (650) 697-9200 Fax: [1] (650) 624-6683 www.enterprise.com Hertz Corporation Tel: [1] (650) 624-6600 Fax: [1] (650) 624-6683 www.hertz.com National Car Rental Tel: [1] (650) 616-3000 Fax: [1] (650) 616-3016 www.nationalcar.com Thrifty Car Rental Tel: [1] (650) 259-1313 Fax: [1] (650) 692-8820 www.thrifty.com Airport AmenitiesThe new International Terminal, located closest to the highway approach, services all international flights, except those to Canada, and Alaska Airline flights.  Terminal 2 to the rear of the airport is still under renovation. The North Terminal serves American Airlines, United, and Canadian Air. The South Terminal handles passengers for Continental, Delta, Northwest, TWA, US Airways, and Air Canada. Information booths providing schedule and fare information for transportation are located on the arrivals level of all terminals and on the departures level of the International Terminal. These remain open between 8a.m. and midnight. Travelers' Aid Society booths are open between 9a.m. and 9p.m. on the departures level of all terminals. Amenities at the airport include food and drink establishments, news and book stands, gift shops, duty-free stores, museums, Kid's spot, a medical clinic, reflection room, aquarium, See's Candies, the Body Shop, and more. Banking services are offered mostly by Bank of America in the International Terminal. Visitors can find ATMs in boarding areas B, D, E, and F. Actual bank branches are located on the upper levels of boarding areas F and D. Currency exchange services are offered in boarding areas D and F. Look for Wells Fargo Bank ATMs in boarding areas B, C, D, and F. The International Terminal houses a business center, locker and storage facilities, a spa, hair salon, and travel agency. Wireless Internet access is available in all terminals. Airport Contact Information San Francisco International Airport PO Box 8097 San Francisco, CA 94128-9916 Tel: [1] (650) 821-8211 Web: www.flysfo.com Web: www.san-francisco-sfo.com Seattle Sea-Tac Airport (SEA) Transportation to City Center Sea-Tac Airport on Final Approach Sea-Tac Airport is located 13 miles south of Seattle and 20 miles north of Tacoma on Interstate 5. The recent 6.8 earthquake that struck the city damaged the air traffic control tower, which is now under construction. In the meantime, air traffic controllers are operating from a temporary facility. Flight schedules are back to normal. Situated between Seattle and nearby Tacoma, Sea-Tac offers a number of bus and shuttle services, as well as a number of taxis. Journey time to Seattle takes around 20 to 30 minutes, and 30 to 40 minutes to Tacoma. The taxi fare to Seattle costs approximately $30 to Seattle and between $35 and $40 to Tacoma. The Grayline Express airport bus service operates every 30 minutes and services many area hotels. Grayline fares cost $7.50 one-way, $13 round-trip. For further details, call [1] (206) 626-6088. The metro bus offers the most economical way to get to downtown Seattle, with frequent services between the airport and Seattle for a cost of $1.10. Other companies providing frequent van services to the airport are: Airporter Shuttle  [1] (800) 235-5247 Capital Aeroporter  [1] (800) 962-3579 Yellow Express  [1] (206) 622-3400 Airport Amenities With nearby Microsoft operating on all channels, passengers shouldn't be surprised to find computer terminals throughout the airport. With the swipe of a credit card, visitors may use the terminals located near gates and on the upper departure floors. The usual variety of gift shops, food stands, and cafeterias stand at one's disposal on the departures floor as well. Airport Contact Information17801 Pacific Highway S. Seattle, WA 98158 P.O. Box 68727 Seattle, WA  98168 Tel: [1] (206) 433-5388 Web: www.portseattle.org/seatac/ Port Headquarters Tel: [1] (206) 728-3000 Washington, D.C. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) Transportation to City Center Washington Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) lies 4 miles (7 km) south of Washington, D.C. The least expensive way to reach downtown is to take the Metrorail. It stops at Terminal B and C, and there are shuttle links to/from Terminal A. The Metro operates between 5:30a.m. and midnight weekdays, and between 8a.m. and 2a.m. weekends. To reach downtown, it costs US$1.10 and takes approximately 15 minutes. Call Metrorail, [1] (202) 637-7000, for additional information. For a door-to-door service, take SuperShuttle. It operates daily between 5:30a.m. and 12:30a.m. Twenty-four hour advanced reservations are recommended. The trip to downtown will take approximately 20 minutes and costs US$9. Look for SuperShuttle on the lower level of each terminal. For additional information, call [1] (800) 258-3826. Some hotels do offer free shuttle transportation to and from the airport. Call your hotel or travel agent to inquire about possible transportation. If you need to connect to Dulles Airport, take the Washington Flyer Express Bus. It leaves every hour between 6a.m. and 11p.m., costs US$26, and takes approximately 45 minutes. Call [1] (888) 921-4359. For a taxi to downtown, look for the Washington Flyer Taxicabs (tel: [1] (703) 661-6655); they offer a 24-hour service. Expect to pay approximately US$15, and look for the taxi ranks outside of each exit. Car Rental Car rental offices are located in Parking Garage A. Courtesy airport shuttles operate daily between 6a.m. and 11p.m. to take you directly to the car rental offices. Alamo  [1] (800) 327-9633 Avis [1] (800) 331-1212 Budget [1] (800) 527-0700 Dollar  [1] (800) 800-4000 Enterprise  [1] (800) 325-8007 Hertz  [1] (800) 654-3131 National  [1] (800) 328-4567 Thrifty [1] (800) 367-2277 Airport Amenities Information booths to assist with ground transportation, car rental, and tours, are located in each terminal. For information, contact: [1] (703) 417-3972 or [1] (703) 417-3974.  Free hotel telephones are located in the Baggage Claim Area in Terminal A and at the Ground Transportation counter in Terminal B and C. In Terminal B and C, visitors will find currency exchange and business centers offering photocopy and notary services. In each terminal, one can find newsagents, gift shops, restaurants, bars, cafes and ATMs. Baggage storage is located near the security checkpoints. The lockers are accessible between 6:30a.m. and 10p.m. daily. Expect to pay US$1 to $7.50 per item, per day. There is short-term and long-term parking available. Long-term parking is located in the remote parking garage, 10 minutes via free shuttle bus from the terminals. Contact Aerolink Parking, [1] (703) 417-4300, for rates and additional information. Airport Contact Information Most airlines do not offer direct telephone access to their airport staff; instead they provide general toll-free numbers, but it is possible to speak to representatives at the airline check-in counters. Airport Contact Information: Tel: [1] (703) 417-8000 Web: www.metwashairports.com/national Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) Transportation to City Center Washington Dulles International Airport Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) lies 26 miles (42 km) west of Washington, D.C. The Washington Flyer Express Bus offers services to Ronald Reagan National Airport, Union Station, several hotels in the city, and West Falls Church Metro Station. The least expensive route to downtown is to take the Washington Flyer Bus to West Falls Church, for US$8, and then connect with the Metrorail. Other services cost between $10 to $16 depending on the final destination. The Washington Flyer Bus leaves every 20 to 30 minutes between 5a.m. and 11p.m. Call [1] (888) 927-4359, or visit their website www.washfly.com, for exact route and fare information. Super Shuttle offers a door-to-door service between 5:30a.m. and 1a.m., daily. The one-way fare is approximately $20 to $24 depending on the final destination. Advance reservations are recommended. Call [1] (800) 258-3826 for information and pick-up locations. There is only one authorized taxi company to/from the airport, Washington Flyer Taxicabs (tel: [1] (703) 661-6655). Look for the taxi rank on the lower level of the Main Terminal. The metered taxis operate 24 hours a day from the airport; expect to pay between US$35 and $47 for Washington, D.C., locations.  LimousineFor a more luxurious ride, pre-book a stretch limousine or chauffeur-driven luxury car. Expect to pay between US$50 to $90 for downtown and suburban Maryland destinations. A Regal Limousine [1] (202) 588-0300 Bethany Limousine Service [1] (202) 857-0440 1st Stop Limousine Service [1] (202) 785-2050 Airport AmenitiesGround transportation, hotel, and tour information can be obtained from the Information Desk in the Baggage Claim Area or by calling [1] (703) 572-2536. One can also find a Courtesy Hotel telephone located on the lower level of the main terminal. Additional airport facilities include ATMs, currency exchanges, stamp vending machines, retail stores, bars, restaurants, and cafes. There are also several duty-free stores, newsagents, and gift shops. The two business centers, with currency exchange and notary facilities, are located on the East and West End of the main terminal. Call [1] (703) 572-2963 for information. Short-term parking lies within walking distance of the main terminal. Long-term parking is connected by a free shuttle service. For parking information, contact Aerolink Parking, [1] (703) 572-4500. Car RentalThe car rental offices are located off-site. Take the courtesy shuttle buses from the curbside below Baggage Claim directly to the offices. Alamo [1] (800) 327-9633 Avis [1] (800) 331-1212 Budget  [1] (800) 527-0700 Dollar [1] (800) 800-4000 Enterprise [1] (800) 325-8007 Hertz  [1] (800) 654-3131 National  [1] (800) 328-4567 Thrifty [1] (800) 367-2277 Airport Contact InformationMost airlines do not offer direct telephone access to their airport staff; instead they provide general toll-free numbers, but it is possible to speak to representatives at the airline check-in counters. Tel: [1] (703) 572-2700 Web: www.mwaa.com/Dulles/index.html