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Just got this email about JFK:
Ride from JFK International Airport to Manhattan for $35 flat with uberPOOL. For a guaranteed $35,* we’ll get you home from the airport safely and quickly, regardless of whether you’re matched with a fellow traveler or not. The more you ride, the longer we’ll be able to keep this low flat rate, so pack your bags. *Tolls may apply |
You better check is Uber is allowed
Last year I went to Denver and I called an uber as soon as my flight landed, the problem was that my Uber couldn't get me, it was my fist time in Denver so I didn't knew any directions and I guess my Uber got desperate cause I didn't walk to see meet where he was. The thing is I end up calling a shuttle (even when I wanted a car just for me) I called ShuttleWizard and lucky me they have cars too, I don't know what's the problem with Uber when all those shuttles companies do approach to the airport terminals and they don't have any problem. Anyways you better check if Uber is allowed there, otherwise you better book a reservation with another company.
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Originally Posted by Lindaliulo
(Post 26244417)
Last year I went to Denver and I called an uber as soon as my flight landed, the problem was that my Uber couldn't get me, it was my fist time in Denver so I didn't knew any directions and I guess my Uber got desperate cause I didn't walk to see meet where he was. The thing is I end up calling a shuttle (even when I wanted a car just for me) I called ShuttleWizard and lucky me they have cars too, I don't know what's the problem with Uber when all those shuttles companies do approach to the airport terminals and they don't have any problem. Anyways you better check if Uber is allowed there, otherwise you better book a reservation with another company.
UBER likely will need to use regular pax areas. Are they even approved at DIA yet? |
Although not exactly "approved" to be used in the entire country:
SJO (San Jose, Costa Rica) constantly has UBER drivers circling around the airport at all times now days, mainly uberX. By FAR FAR much cheaper than the airport authorized cabs (and I mean, by a lot). The uber driver might just ask you to pop in the front seat however. Our smart goverment insists on Uber being illegal and giving way to our expensive and bad taxi drivers, but there is a civil suit right now that allows Uber to operate without getting stopped or fined. As an FYI, they don't carry the Uber logo, recognize them by plate number. |
Uber is allowed at MUC - took it from Terminal 2 arrivals. Pickup is from the Passenger side (opposite side of terminal from Bus/Taxi). Not sure i'd recommend it though. Not enough inventory in Munich.
Also works in DUB, though Hailo has much wider usage. |
Originally Posted by Redwood839
(Post 26246159)
Although not exactly "approved" to be used in the entire country:
SJO (San Jose, Costa Rica) constantly has UBER drivers circling around the airport at all times now days, mainly uberX. By FAR FAR much cheaper than the airport authorized cabs (and I mean, by a lot). The uber driver might just ask you to pop in the front seat however. |
Originally Posted by RoyalFlush
(Post 26244723)
UBER likely will need to use regular pax areas.
Are they even approved at DIA yet? |
LAS: it's in the parking garage. There are a couple "Ride Share" signs to follow...that means the Uber/Lyft pickup spot.
Both services work well in Vegas. My wait time for a car was 4 minutes, which was really 1 minute since I requested the ride as I was walking through the terminal. Interesting note: on this night, there were massive queues for both taxis and rental cars. My driver said he'd been mostly a bunch of runs to the rental car facility all night. Since walking over there is dicey with traffic, Lyft/Uber might be your best shot of getting to your rental car. |
What is the advantage of uber at an airport? Is it cost? Or the fact that it goes on your credit card and you don't have to worry about having cash?
I looked at Uber's website and did an estimate for Madrid's airport to Westin Palace Madrid. Price was pretty similar to taxi (based on www.rome2rio.com and I assume that taxis are lined up for your convenience? Taxis also might be easier for people that don't have data plans for travel and only use wifi. Am I missing something? |
Originally Posted by farbster
(Post 26542010)
What is the advantage of uber at an airport? Is it cost? Or the fact that it goes on your credit card and you don't have to worry about having cash?
I looked at Uber's website and did an estimate for Madrid's airport to Westin Palace Madrid. Price was pretty similar to taxi (based on www.rome2rio.com and I assume that taxis are lined up for your convenience? Taxis also might be easier for people that don't have data plans for travel and only use wifi. Am I missing something? But yes, int'l arrival with no data service does put you in a bit of a pickle unless the arrivals hall has free wifi. Still, in cities where cabs have a reputation for being scammy, it might be worthwhile to go *find* wifi in the airport, even if you have to pay a couple bucks for it. |
Originally Posted by farbster
(Post 26542010)
What is the advantage of uber at an airport? Is it cost? Or the fact that it goes on your credit card and you don't have to worry about having cash?
- as I often don't speak the native tongue, being able to enter in the destination in the app almost guarantees I'll end up at the right place. - as I often don't know the cities, taking an Uber more likely guarantees that my driver takes the best route. If I feel like I was scammed or given the runaround, I can escalate via Uber, whereas I would have no recourse with a local cab company. - not needing to have cash or worry if the cash I have is enough to get me to my destination. - having a receipt emailed to me for easy expense reporting. - the receipt clearly states date/time of pick up, along with origin/destination. (Anyone who has emptyed their expense envelope after a long business trip to find a smorgasbord of taxi receipt scraps from different countries in different languages has felt the pain.) |
Uber at EWR
Uber emailed this today:
THANK YOU NEWARK RIDERS Today, we’re happy to inform you that Uber New Jersey and the City of Newark have reached an agreement to keep Uber in Newark for the long term. Under this agreement, Uber will be the only ridesharing app with authorization to conduct business at Newark Airport. Newark is the first major city in New Jersey to put in place comprehensive ridesharing regulations which now serve as a model for the entire state. And, thanks to the hard work of Mayor Baraka and the City Council, Newark riders will not lose access to safe, reliable rides through the Uber app. Please take a moment to show your support and say thank you! |
LAS added.
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Originally Posted by farbster
(Post 26542010)
What is the advantage of uber at an airport? Is it cost? Or the fact that it goes on your credit card and you don't have to worry about having cash?
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UberX is NOT legally allowed to pick up at Detroit Metro Airport unless they have commercial license, insurance, a MI-DOT limo sticker, and a $10 coupon from the Wayne County Airport Authority. Yes, many still do it, but a driver can be ticketed and have their car impounded if they are caught.
Attachment 9816 Page 5 7. Transportation Network Companies Feedback: One commenter, a taxicab company identifying itself as a “Licensed transportation provider,” expressed concern that it is “hearing from other long time providers that there are ‘Special’ arrangements being considered and negotiated for and by Ride Share organizations at the airport.” The commenter further articulated this concern, writing as follows: “I would be completely opposed to any changes that would give "Special consideration" to any unlicensed, under insured and otherwise illegal operators.” Another commenter asked “[w]hat can I do to help bust non-MDOT operators?” While the Airport Authority is not certain about the specific operators to which this commenter is referring, it will assume based on context that these commenters are referring to transportation network companies (TNCs) such as Uber and Lyft. Additionally, two transportation network companies addressed concerns about the Regulations’ apparent incompatibility with the transportation network company business model. In particular, one transportation network company suggested of the Coupon/Permit process that it “requires payment of fees in a way that undermines the cashless experience for riders and drivers and financially impacts drivers regardless of whether rides occur.” Response: The Airport Authority has considered all of the above comments concerning transportation network companies and declines to revise the Regulations in response. The Regulations do not provide special consideration to or special arrangements for TNCs. The Airport Authority Board previously considered revisions to the Airport Ordinance which would have brought TNCs into compliance with the Airport Ordinance. At that time, the Airport Authority Board voted to table consideration of these revisions, with some Board members expressing concern about enacting changes to the Airport Ordinance while proposed State legislation regulating TNCs is under consideration. Under the current regulatory framework at the Airport, TNCs and their drivers are Reserved, Pre-Arranged Operators, and they, just like all other Reserved, Pre-Arranged Operators, should be complying with applicable State of Michigan rules and regulations, and Airport Authority regulations applicable to this category of Ground Transportation Operators Nevertheless, Ground Transportation Operators of all types should rest assured that the Airport Authority – to the extent it adopts regulations or enters into permits or other contracts with TNCs – will attempt to make the playing field between traditional ground transportation companies and transportation network companies as level as possible under the circumstances. In doing so, the Airport Authority would also attemot to account for fundamental operating differences between traditional ground transportation companies and transportation network companies. Ultimately, it will be up to each passenger to choose which Ground Transportation Operator he or she prefers based on cost, service level, and other factors important to the passenger. Page 21 b. Each Off-Airport Commercial Enterprise required to pay a fee based upon a percentage of gross receipts or gross revenues shall submit to the Airport Authority, within ten (10) days following the end of each calendar month, a report, certified by the chief financial officer of the Off-Airport Commercial Enterprise, of the gross receipts or gross revenues derived from or on behalf of customers picked up at or conveyed to the Airport and include with the report payment to the Airport Authority of the required fee. c. Each Off-Airport Commercial Enterprise required to pay a Permit fee shall be required to obtain a Permit for such activity and pay the required fee at the time the Permit is issued. d. All Off-Airport Commercial Enterprises shall be required to obtain a Permit to conduct activities at the Airport. Use of the Airport by an Off-Airport Commercial Enterprise without a Permit shall violate this Airport Ordinance each time a vehicle of such Off-Airport Commercial Enterprise stops at the Airport to load or unload a person, baggage or cargo. A vehicle which incurs more than one (1) violation shall be subject to being towed to an impound area until the disposition of the ticket issued for said violation is determined by a Court of competent jurisdiction. |
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