Popular Airport | Merignac Airport |
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Approximate Flight Duration | 8 hour 40 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 7026 Km |
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Transportation to Airport from Jacksonville City Center
Jacksonville Intl. Airport
Jacksonville International Airport can be easily reached by alternative methods such as car rental, shuttle services, taxis, airport services and limousines from the city center or other important centers around the area. The limousines are most frequently used in the city for this purpose, and are very suitable for passengers that value comfort as they come with special chauffeurs. If you preference is economically suitable transport rather than comfort or speed, you can use hotel shuttle services and the airport shuttles. You can also rent a car from the center and then fly directly after leaving the rental car at the airport terminal provided that you are inform the car rental agency in advance. If you prefer a more classical and direct method to get to the airport other than these then you can just take a taxi. There are shuttle services from some of the hotels nearby and in the center. You can get information from your hotel in advance and if it’s possible take shuttle service to Jacksonville International Airport.
Car Rental
The best way to get to Jacksonville International Airport from the city center is to rent a car. There are many alternatives for passengers in the city in terms of car rental, including Hertz, Enterprise, and AVIS. You can pick up your rental car and follow road signs to Jacksonville International Airport. If you need to leave your car at the airport for a while, you can use the airport's large car park. If you choose a car rental agency with an office at the airport, you will have the option of leaving your car at the airport.
Taxi
You can find a taxi almost every hour in the city without difficulty, day or night, to take you from the city center to Jacksonville International Airport. If you go to the airport by taxi, the fare will vary depending on where you are coming from and it’s off the meter. If you need to travel to the airport from a far away point, you can try to determine the price with taxi driver to settle for a price that will keep to your budget-friendly. If you can’t negotiate a fixed price, then you can learn the average rate and if necessary pick a different method of transport.
Shuttle Services
There are shuttle services to Jacksonville International Airport from the city center at certain times of day. To get on these services it is usually necessary to come to the pre-determined locations in the center. For this reason, the services may not be the best alternative for those who prefer an uninterrupted and comfortable journey. However, if you are staying in a district close to the center, you can learn the points of departure of the shuttle services from your hotel.
Airport Services
Airport services also provide a preferential option at affordable prices for passengers who want to get to Jacksonville International Airport. Airport shuttles usually operate between certain points, similar to shuttle services. If you are staying far away from the departure points of the airport services, you could take a taxi as far as departure point and then transfer use the airport services to save on money.
Hotel Services
Traveling to the airport with hotel shuttles is also a good option if you are staying in a hotel. Hotels usually provide transfer service to their guests at certain times of day. If your flight's departure time is within the hours of your hotel service, then you can take one of the services to Jacksonville International Airport. You can find detailed information about hotel services from the hotel's internet site or you can call speak with your hotel to tell them about your departure time to see what options are available.
Limousine Rental
Limousines for transportation to Jacksonville International Airport have long been one of the most preferred methods. The interest in using limousines may come from their high availability. Once you make a reservation from one of the limousine rental companies located in the center, your private limousine will be at your door shortly and will take you to the airport with the private driver as quickly as possible.
Airport Information
The Jacksonville International Airport has a large choice of restaurants and cafes, resting and waiting areas such as passenger lounges, art galleries and shops. You can get support whenever you want in almost any subject you have in mind at the airport counseling desk, or find some calm away from everything in the meditation room. There is also free wireless connection at the airport for those who need the Internet to take care of some things. If you want to relax a little while you are in Jacksonville International Airport, you can get a massage at the Comfort Zone Spa, which is open from early morning to late afternoon. It’s possible to withdraw or transfer money from ATM machines. If you want to dine at Jacksonville International Airport, you have many options such as Budweiser Track & Grill, Chili's Too, Burger King, Ciao Gourmet Market, Freshens, Quizno's, Shula's Bar & Grill, Starbucks and Vino Volo.
If you want to browse and shop for souvenirs without leaving the terminal, you can find Amelia Island Marketplace, Best Buy Express, Brighton Collectibles, Brooks Brothers stores. In addition to these, there are many other stores you can buy clothes, newspapers, magazines, flowers from such as CNBC News Stand, InMotion Entertainment, Insight, River City Travel Mart, and 24-Hour Flowers. There is also a large parking area at the terminal for passengers driving to the airport. You can park your car here or take advantage from the valet service. Please note that if you are traveling to the airport for business purposes, you also have the opportunity to make your calls in spacious meeting rooms. If you want to make use of the rooms then you will need to contact the airport in advance and make reservations.
Transportation to Bordeaux City Center from Airport
Bordeaux Saint Jean Airport
Bordeaux is a port city famous for its world famous wines obtained from countless vineyards scattered around the small city center and from the fine grapes of these vineyards. The region of the city, located in the south-west of France, is the busiest area for ship trade.
Bordeaux University, which has a very large campus and more than 70 thousand students, is not only one of the biggest universities in France but also the whole of Europe. With its wines, port, educational life and the historic city center, Bordeaux is an interesting place. The most beautiful and practical way of exploring the city center of this beautiful port city is to walk. You can walk around Bordeaux, which is quite small and flat geographically.
Although the city center is small, those who want to see the vineyards surrounding the city, to become guests and to taste the delicious wines, are generally looking to rent a car. However, there are many tour companies that you can see in the city center or your hotel can recommend you, which organize tours to the vineyards. Cycling trips are another enjoyable way of exploring this city. The city has a highly developed bicycle rental system and special bicycle routes.
You can rent your bicycle from 50 different points in the city thanks to self-service bicycle stations established by a private company. There is a kiosk machine on the stations and payments are made by credit card. Moreover, you can rent your bicycle for a few days as well as for a few hours at a very reasonable price. You can then end the rental period by delivering the bicycle to any of these 50 stations.
This transportation method is very popular and convenient thanks to the roads reserved for bicycles in the city which is a fairly flat land. You can also visit Bordeaux with skateboards easily thanks to the flat roads. A lot of people from the local community, both young and old, are using skateboards in their daily lives. You can take your skateboard with you, or take a skateboard from Bordeaux as a souvenir and explore the city in a fun way.
Bordeaux public transport is operated by a company called BTC. Tram and bus lines are public transport networks that you can use within the city.
You can buy your ticket by cash or credit card at the bus and tram stops, as well as from the driver when you arrive at the bus stop. You must validate your ticket on the machines in the buses and trams. Trams are available between 05:00 and 00:30 and there are 3 lines in total. Bordeaux generally has a highly developed transportation system. There are also numerous and very convenient transportation alternatives for transport from the airport to the city center.
The airport, 12 kilometers from the city center, is accessible in 30 to 50 minutes.
Bus
At the airport you can get your ticket with cash or credit card at the ticket office located in the hall B. You can easily get to the city center in about 50 minutes by taking the number 1 bus line departing from just in front of the airport departure. This bus also stops at the train station in the city center.
Jet’Bus
You can save up to 20 minutes with Jet'Bus, which offers express shuttle service, by paying a little more compared to the bus ticket.
The journey with Jet'Bus takes 30 minutes and leaves its passengers at the train station in the city center. For adults the price of the ticket is 7.20 euro, while the discount ticket is 6.20 euro. If you are going to use this transportation tool, you can buy a return ticket. In this case you need to pay 12.30 euro for adults and 10.30 euro for discounted tickets. Jet'Bus departs from airport, in front of exit 11, and serves between 08:00 and 23:00.
Private Transfer Shuttle
With the city center transfer shuttle offered by 14 different private companies located at the airport, you can experience a very comfortable transportation with vehicles of different sizes.
Taxi
There are 9 different taxi companies at the airport. Transportation to the city center costs 16 euro on average. There might be an extra charge per a piece of baggage.
Car Rental
By agreeing with one of the many car rental companies located at the airport, you can reach the city center comfortably. Bordeaux city center is small and suitable for walking or biking, but for those who want to visit vineyards and wine houses scattered around the vast area, car rental is a very popular alternative.
Hotel Shuttle
If you want to be picked up in front of the baggage claim area and arrive at your hotel door smoothly, you can ask for a shuttle service from your hotel. For this convenient transportation option, you should inform your hotel in advance, negotiate the price and make a reservation.
Hello Shuttle
If you want to experience the ease and convenience of the airport service provided by hotels, but your hotel does not provide this service, you can benefit from the Hello Shuttle which provides a door-to-door service. These shuttle services are organized upon your needs and you only get the service when you want to take advantage of it.
Motorcycle Taxi
This transportation service, which is not yet spread throughout the world, is a privilege of Bordeaux Airport. You will be impressed by this service whether you are a motorcycle enthusiast or you just who wants to experience this without a big baggage, which would start at € 29.
You can easily and quickly reach the city center with touring style motorcycles, which have a very impressive look and are extremely comfortable. Equipment is provided by motorcycle taxi firm.
Merignac Airport
There are a great variety of transportation alternatives for passengers travelling to the city center from the Merignac Airport. Taxis and shuttle buses are preferred by many passengers while buses are used by passengers who want to go the city center by public transportation vehicles. Passengers can hire private vehicles for the handicapped as well as normal automobiles from any car rental company. Motorcycles, which have a special place in Bordeaux city culture, are also among the transportation alternatives to the city center.
Taxi
At Merignac Airport, taxis belonging to Aero, Alliance, Allo Bordeaux, Aquitaine, Girondins and Tele companies are waiting for passengers 24/7. In Bordeaux, taxi passengers are requested to pay for the bridge or highway fees. You may also have to pay more in the morning and evening hours because the taximeters apply extra charges when waiting during lights and traffic jams.
Bus
Buses offering service on Line 1, which you can access from the bus stops located in front of the terminal building, carry passengers to the city center from 04:55 am to 01:25 am. You should follow the Palais de Justice stop to get off at the city center with the buses you can get on by buying ticket from ticket-windows and automats in the terminal. The buses, which offer service every half an hour in the morning and evening hours, have services every 15 minutes during the rest of the time. In addition, passengers getting off at the last stop, Victoire, can go to different parts of the city by train.
Shuttle Bus
The shuttle buses, which offer a faster transportation than the municipality buses, also departs from the terminal building. The travel to the train station in the city center with the buses belonging to Navette Shuttle does not exceed half an hour. The shuttle buses, which offer service during the entire week, depart every day from 08:45 am to 20:40 pm every half an hour. Shuttle buses, which have fewer services on weekends, start offering service at 08:45 am on Saturdays and 09:45 am on Sundays. Shuttle buses don’t run after 18:55 pm on weekends. You have to make payment in cash if you want to use these buses.
Motorcycle
Passengers who don’t have large baggage and don’t want to get lost in the crowded Bordeaux traffic can opt for chauffeur driven motorcycles as an alternative means of transportation. Passenger can get in contact with Tramoto, Trans'moto Cub and Moto Transport Arcachon throught the internet or by calling 24 hours in advance and rent a motorcycle with a licensed driver. In this way, they can get to all parts of the city in a very short time. You can get on the motorcycles rented from the motorcycle park located just on the right of the taxi stops.
Private Service
The vehicles that are specially designed for the handicapped having limited transportation alternatives are very convenient for them to reach the city center from the airport. Ages D'or, Alipes, Mobibus, Munier, Transadapt, Transmobils and Chti rental companies are accepting reservations online or by phone. The handicapped can rent a private car from these companies and go to the city center in a short time.
Car Rental
Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Firefly, Goldcar, Interrent, Sixt and Hertz offering service for 24 hours in the offices located downstairs of the terminal building welcome passengers who want to rent a car for a comfortable transportation to the city center.
