Popular Airport | Santa Clara County Reid Hillview Airport |
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Approximate Flight Duration | 18 hour |
Approximate Travel Distance | 14478 Km |
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Transportation to Airport from Addis Ababa City Center
Bole Intl. Airport
The airport, which is approximately 6 kilometers of the city center, is located on Bole Road. In the city where public transportation is not very developed, you can use minibuses to reach the airport. Taxi is another transportation alternative that is frequently preferred by visitors. In addition to these, you can get to the airport from the city center by renting a car or by benefitting from the airport shuttle service in case your hotel offers this service.
Minibus
You can reach the airport by getting on a minibus from the minibus stops located in the city center. Minibuses generally carry passengers to the airport from 5:30 am to 09:00 pm. Although it is relatively cheaper compared to taxi, you should remember that drivers may demand higher amounts from tourists. The fare is about 5 Birr. They may also charge extra amount for each baggage.
Hotel Shuttle
Hotel shuttle service is the most comfortable alternative for your travel to the airport. In Addis Ababa city center, there are both small hotels and accommodation centers of chain hotels such as Hilton, Radisson and Sheraton. Some of these hotels offer airport shuttle service. If your hotel offers this service and you want to benefit from this service for your travel to the airport, you should definitely make a reservation in advance.
Taxi
There are two types of taxis that you can get on to reach the airport. Mercedes taxis of the National Tour Operator (NTO) operate under a company and offer service with more comfortable vehicles. With their predetermined tariffs, they create a more reliable image in terms of the fares. You can ask your hotel to call a NTO taxi for you.
There is no taximeter in the taxis operating in Addis Ababa, so it is advised to agree on the fare before getting on. These yellow taxis are approximately 10 times more expensive than blue-white taxis. You can also reach the airport in a short time with a blue-white taxi which you can find in the city center or waiting in front of hotels. The average fare is between 80 and 100 Birr. The owners of these taxis aren’t companies but individuals. Since there is also no taximeter in blue-white taxis and fares are not standardized by a company, they are more flexible in terms of fares and you should definitely bargain.
Car Rental
You can rent a car from one of the car rental companies that you can find in the city center or from the offices of tour operators. You can also get help from your hotel about renting a car.
Since some roads in Addis Ababa have no name, there isn’t sufficient number of traffic signs throughout the city and there is no traffic light on many roundabouts, traffic flow isn’t in order. For this reason, renting a car during your visit may not be a good option. If you want to rent a car only for travelling to the airport from the city center, you should prefer a company which has an office at the airport.
In order to get to the airport with the car you have rented, connect to Bole Road in the city center, drive southeastward and follow the airport signs.
Airport Information
There are 2 terminals at the airport. Terminal 1, which offers service for domestic flights, is located in the old building. Terminal 2 offers service for international passenger transportation in the new building.
At Bole International Airport, there are many restaurants and cafes in addition to stores and a duty-free shop where you can do some shopping before your flight.
At the airport, there is also a lounge for passengers looking for a comfortable environment and a much larger lounge is now being constructed. Although there is no left luggage service at the airport, you can find other standard airport services such as pharmacy, currency exchange office and ATM.
Transportation to San Jose City Center from Airport
Santa Clara County Reid Hillview Airport
San Jose International Airport offers many alternatives for its passengers to reach the city center. Taxi, luxury minivan and limousine are just a few of them. Tramway is the most affordable option for those who want to minimize their transportation budget by taking the advantage of public transportation. On the other hand, you can also take Amtrak Train, which traverses the 46 states of the United States of America. In addition, many hotels in the city offer airport shuttle service for a fee or free of charge.
Taxi
You can take a taxi in front of both terminal buildings. The lowest taxi fare is 15 dollars. The fare includes 1.5-dollar waiting free and the first 3 miles. You need to pay 3 dollars for each subsequent mile. 15% discount is available for the passengers over 65 years of age. It costs about 15-18 dollars to go to San Jose city center from the airport and taxi journey takes only 10 minutes.
Train, Tramway and Bus
You can take train, tramway or bus if you want to benefit from public transportation options. You can get to the city center or different destinations by choosing from these alternatives. It is possible to get to Amtrak Train Station, tramway station or bus terminal by taking the free shuttle bus at the airport exit. The tramway line 901 takes you directly to the city center after a 50-minute journey.
Shuttle Services
You can take the shuttle services from the parking area underneath Terminal A or the area across from the road at the exit of Terminal B. 28 different private companies provide shuttle service to almost every part of the city based on "door-to-door" service principle.
Rent a car
The Car Rental Center is located just opposite the terminal B and serves in a separated building. The car rental center is a short walk away from Terminal B; you can also get to the center from Terminal A by free shuttle services. These services depart almost every 7 to 10 minutes, depending on the density during the day.
12 different companies serve in the car rental center. You can reach the city center in about 10 minutes by driving through the Airport Boulevard and then connecting to the CA-87 N motorway.
Limousine Rental
There are tens of limo rental companies in both terminal buildings. Please note that limousines can only be rented by booking in advance.
Hotel Shuttle Service
6 hotels in San Jose provide free shuttle services to the airport. Some hotels offer this service for a fee. You can take advantage of this service by contacting your hotel in advance.
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport
San Jose International Airport offers many alternatives for its passengers to reach the city center. Taxi, luxury minivan and limo are just a few of them. The tramway is the most convenient means of transport for the passengers who want to minimize the cost of transport by using public transport. On the other hand, you can prefer the Amtrak Train that traverses the 46 states of the United States. In addition, many hotels in the city center offer airport shuttle as a paid or free of charge service.
Taxi
You can take a taxi in front of both terminals. The lowest taxi fare is about 15$. This price includes the first 3 miles and waiting time that costs 1.5$. You are charged 3$ more for each subsequent mile. 15% discount is applied to the passengers over 65. Going to San Jose city center from the airport by taking a taxi costs 15-18$ on average and your journey takes only 10 minutes.
Train, Tramway and Bus
If you prefer to use public transport, you can travel by train, tram or bus. With each option, you can get to the city center as well as you can go to the different routes. You can also take the free shuttle bus at the airport exit and reach the Amtrak train, the tram station or the bus terminal. The tram number 901 takes you directly to the city center after a 50-minute journey.
Shuttle Service
You can benefit from the shuttle services at the parking lot under terminal A or from the area opposite to the exit of terminal B across the road. 28 different private companies carry passengers to almost every point of the city based on door-to-door system.
Rent a car
The car rental center is located just opposite the terminal B, apart from the airport building. You can reach the car rental center, which is just within walking distance from terminal B, with free shuttle services from terminal A. The shuttle buses depart almost every 7 to 10 minutes, depending on the intensity.
12 different companies serve in the car rental center. You can go to the city center in about 10 minutes by connecting to the motorway CA-87 N from the airport boulevard.
Limo Rental
There are dozens of limousine rental companies in both terminals. Please note that the limousines can only be rented by booking in advance.
Hotel Shuttle Service
In San Jose, there are 6 hotels that provide their guests with free shuttle services. Some hotels provide paid shuttle services. You can benefit from this service by contacting your hotel in advance.
