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Colorado Springs Municipal - Colorado Springs Airport

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Approximate Flight Duration

19 hour 10 min

Approximate Travel Distance

9590 Miles

Transportation to Airport from Johannesburg City Center

Grand Central Airport

Johannesburg which is accepted as one of the most important trade, sports and culture centers of not only South Africa but also the Africa continent and the region is also referred to as the busiest airport of the country. The distance from the airport to the city center is approximately 23 kilometers in the city where a great number of airline companies perform flights every day.

There are many transportation options in this city for visitors. You can benefit from many options such as taxi, bus, minibus taxi, train, car rental, hotel services or limousine to get to the airport from the city center in about 30-45 minutes. Although buses and minibus taxis are the most economical option to get to the airport from the city center, they are not usually recommended for tourists.

Although the taxi is a more expensive alternative, it stands out as the most comfortable and recommended vehicle. It is possible to get to the airport by renting a car or by getting on the trains from the central parts of the city.

Bus

For the transportation from Johannesburg's city center to the airport buses are the most economical alternatives. However, it is generally not recommended if you are visiting the city for the first time because the stops are not very close to the hotels and there is a risk of missing your plane with a possible delay. However, if you want to use the buses to get to the airport, you can get information about this issue from your hotel.

Minibus Taxi

In Johannesburg, minibus taxi is another alternative you can use to get to the airport from the city center. Minibus taxis operate similarly with the buses in the city, but they are usually not licensed. For this reason, if you are considering using a minibus taxi, definitely get information about the routes and fares in advance. In this way, you do not spend too much time on the road and pay too much.

Train

You can also go to the Johannesburg Airport by using the trains departing from the city center. Although train is an extremely convenient and comfortable alternative for those living in the city, it can be a little challenging for those visiting the city for the first time. However, you can consider it as an option to reach the airport from the city center. After arriving at the airport, you can easily catch your plane by using the domestic or international terminals.

Hotel Services

Hotel service may be the most comfortable alternative that you can use to get to the airport from the city center. You can get support from your hotel for the transportation to the airport. However, keep in mind that the cost of these services, which usually operate at certain hours, may be higher than the other alternatives.

If you still want to use the hotel services, you can make a reservation by getting in contact with your hotel the day before your flight and you will be able to reach the airport easily with the vehicle you will take in front of your hotel.

Taxi

You can also travel to the airport by taxi that you can easily find in the city center. For the transportation to Johannesburg Airport, the amount you need to pay is a bit higher compared to taxi. Because the distance between the airport and the city center is not very short, and this is the main reason for the increase in fares. Nevertheless, if you have too much baggage to carry, you should consider taking a taxi and have a comfortable travel. In this way, you can get to the airport easily and catch your flight on time. It is possible to distinguish the taxis in the city thanks to their yellow lights. If you have trouble in finding a taxi, you can also ask for help from your hotel.

Car Rental

You can rent a car in the city to comfortably explore the historical and natural beauties around Johannesburg, and you can also rent a car for going to the airport. Renting a car for travelling to the airport from the city center is an extremely comfortable option for covering the distance of about 23 kilometers. You can rent a car having the features you want from the offices of companies such as AVIS, Europcar and Hertz, and you can deliver your car to their offices located at the airport before boarding your plane. However, if you intend to leave the car in a different place instead of the office you have rented the vehicle from, it is a good idea to specify this when renting the vehicle.

Limousine

In the city, which is one of the most important commercial centers of Africa and the world, renting a limousine is also a popular alternative. There are many different limousine rental services in the city.

You can rent a limousine with the features you want and comfortable travel around the city with your own driver.

You can also prefer limousines for travelling to the airport and you can reach the airport in a much more comfortable and quick way before your flight.

Airport Information

The airport, which connects Johannesburg, considered one of the most important centers of Africa, to the different destinations of the continent and the world, has busy flight traffic in the region. The airport has wireless internet which you can connect to from both domestic and international terminals.

There are restaurants and cafes where you can eat or drink something before or after your flight, stores and a duty-free shop where you can do some shopping. ATMs are also available next to the stores in the international terminal and the domestic terminal.

At the airport, there are also bank offices for performing money transactions, a chapel and prayer room for worshipers, and a conference room for those travelling for business purpose. There is also a post office in the international terminal of the airport.

There is also a store that sells phones and accessories at the airport. The airport also has currency exchange offices and car rental offices where you can rent cars. You can check your flight information from the boards and kiosks located at different points of the airport and you can handle your online check-in process.


O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport

As the distance between Johannesburg city centre and O.R. Tambo International Airport is not much, you can travel to the airport from the city centre in a short time and at reasonable prices. Locals mostly prefer public transportation such as bus or train in the city, but it is recommended to the new travelers in the city to prefer taxi for transportation instead of these vehicles. You can easily find a taxi at any time of the day in the city centre. Also remember that there are many rent a car offices in the city centre if you consider renting a car. Passengers who give priority to comfort and convenience while traveling to the airport from the city centre may consider renting a limousine as well. Limousines transport passengers to the airport from the city centre in about 30 minutes. Train is also another option for traveling to the airport from the city centre but like bus, it is not recommended to the new travelers for safety reasons.

Bus

Bus, one of the most preferred vehicles by the locals to travel to the airport from Johannesburg city centre, is not recommended to the foreign visitors for safety reasons. It takes about 35 – 40 minutes to get to the airport by buses departing from the city centre. If you want to travel by bus you can go to the one of the bus stops in the city centre. If you are staying in a hotel in the city, you can get information about buses and bus stops from your hotel. Remember, however, that you should look at other options if your priority is safety rather than a low cost travel.

Taxi

In Johannesburg, taxis are the most preferred means of transportation especially by foreign travelers. You can be at the airport terminal in a short time by taking these safe and fast vehicles. Taxi fares are not too high for the tourists in the city. However, if you are traveling from somewhere far from the airport, you can get information about the taxi fee in advance. Taxis can take you from your hotel or from anywhere in the city centre and bring you to the airport terminal. They stand out as a much more preferable option when compared to the public transportation such as buses and trains.

Train

Trains are also a convenient and fast option to travel to O.R. Tambo International Airport from the city centre. However, like buses, they are not recommended to the foreign visitors for security reasons. You can take a taxi or rent a car or a limousine as an alternative for a safer and more comfortable journey.

Limousine

Business travelers in Johannesburg often prefer limousines for transportation. These luxurious and comfortable vehicles, driven by chaffeurs, take you from the city centre and bring you to the airport entrance in about 30 minutes. Although renting a limousine is comfortable and pleasant, it will cost more than the other options. You can use these vehicles at a cheaper price with seasonal discounts or group reservations.

Rent a Car

Renting a car is one of the most preferred means of transportation in Johannesburg and vicinity. You can find some rent a car companies such as AVIS, Budget, National and Hertz in the city and within minutes, you can rent a car and begin driving to the airport. If you are not familiar with the city’s roads, remember to get a navigation device or a map beforehand. You just need to inform the rental company in advance if you want to drop off the car at the airport. You must have your internationally valid travel documents with you to rent a car.

Airport Information

Domestic and international terminals at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport offer an extremely pleasant and comfortable environment with lounges, cafes, restaurants and shops to the passengers. Thanks to the wireless internet connection at the airport, you can go online and make your transactions in many areas of the terminal. There are also ATMs and bank offices at the airport for those who want to send or withdraw money or make other banking transactions without leaving the terminal. You can change money at the exchange offices or banks at the airport. There are places of worship in the O.R. Tambo International Airport for Muslim and Christian visitors who wish to pray. You can use the conference room at the domestic terminal if you need to hold a meeting at the airport. You can send mails to different regions both home and abroad from the post office located at the international terminal of the airport. You will find many options such as telephone and accessories, electronic devices, clothes, books, newspapers and magazines if you want to shop at the airport. You have the opportunity to taste delicious meals and drinks from many parts of the world, such as South Africa, Asia and Europe at the airport. You can spend time at the passenger lounges which have comfortable seats. If you have to stay in a place close to the airport, you can make a reservation for one of the hotels around the terminals.

Transportation to Colorado Springs City Center from Airport

Butts Army Airport

There are many alternatives to get to the city center from Colorado Springs Airport. You can take an airport shuttle bus or a taxi, you can request airport shuttle service from your hotel, rent a car or enjoy a limousine. You can call the airport operation office on weekdays between 08:00 - 17:00 at phone number 719-5501900  to find the best option for you from all these transport options, or you can ask for help at the operations desk when you arrive at the airport.

Car Rental

Seven different car rental companies, both domestic and international, are serving at the airport. You can find check-in desks for these companies in the luggage delivery area. To go to the city center, go west on E. Proby Pkwy Street and connect to the I-25S motorway. You can reach the city center in about 20 minutes under normal traffic conditions by following this route.

Taxi

Three separate taxi companies that serve at the airport transport the passengers to the city center in an average of 20 minutes. The cost of going to the city center by taxi varies between 25 and 40 dollars.

Shuttle Bus and Minivan

With Grayline and Ramblin Express shuttle buses, you can reach the city center at a reasonable price. Seven separate companies in the airport also organize shuttle minivan services for crowded groups or those looking for more special services.

Limousine

Seventeen companies provide limousine service at the airport. You should contact these companies in advance and make reservations for a comfortable and spectacular journey.

Hotel Services

There are airport shuttle services for eleven hotels in Colorado Springs. You must remember to book in advance so that you can benefit from this service. The time of arrival from the airport to the hotel varies between 10 and 30 minutes depending on the distance of the hotel.


Colorado Springs Municipal - Colorado Springs Airport

Colorado Springs Airport is not too far from the city centre and you can choose from many alternatives such as taxis, buses, shuttles, limousines or carsharing vehicles to get to the city centre from the airport. You can take one of the cosy taxis waiting in front of the airport at any time of the day to travel to city centre directly or enjoy a cost-effective ride by traveling with crowded groups by shuttles or shared-use vehicles. If you would like to rent a luxury vehicle to travel to city centre from the airport, you can choose between many limo rental companies serving at the airport. There are also shuttle services available for passengers who want to travel to city centre or ski resorts.

Another alternative at the airport is carsharing companies such as Lyft. By downloading the required application on your mobile phone, you can call one of the vehicles nearby. You can also consider renting a car from many international rent-a-car companies located at the airport as an alternative to all these transfer vehicles. Rent-a-car companies are open for business for most of the day. Compared to other alternatives, renting a car provides you the opportunity to travel easily within the city centre or vicinity with no time or route restrictions.

Buses

Buses would be one of the first choices if you wish to use public transportation to travel to city centre. You can contact the Gray Line buses which transport passengers to city centre or nearby settlements by calling (719) 633-1181 or (800) 345-8197 to get information you may need such as bus routes or departure times. For the Ramblin Express Charter buses you can call (719) 590-8687 or (800) 772-6254. You can buy tickets before getting on the bus for an economic and fast journey. You can get information about bus departure points stationed outside the terminal or other matters you wish to know about by contacting the information desks at the airport.

Limousines

Limousines are also a popular vehicle of transportation for traveling to city centre from the Colorado Springs Airport. Limousines, driven by chauffeurs, take passengers from the gates of airport terminal and bring them anywhere in the city centre swiftly. To contact and make reservation you can call (719) 661-1476 for Along Came Carol Concierge Services, (303) 731-3300 for American Eagle Limousine and Car Service, 694-5200 or (855) 757-7433 for Awesome Ride Service, (719) 243-3365 or (888) 602-5014 for A Ride In Luxury, (719) 510-6319 for Colorado Travel Solutions, LLC, (719) 499-3481 for Dan's Towne Car Service, (719) 634-8119 DDG Classic Limousines or (303) 577-7600 or (877) 777-9890 for Hermes Worldwide Transportation. There are also other alternative limousine rental companies you can find at or around the airport. If you decide to rent a limousine when you land at the airport, you can go to information desks in the terminal to get relevant support. Your rental vehicle will be ready in minutes.

Shuttles

Passengers who need a large vehicle with a higher passenger capacity when traveling to city centre from the airport may consider renting a shuttle. To contact and make reservation for the shuttle companies that provide shuttle services on this route, you can call (719) 243-3365 or (888) 602-5014 for A Ride In Luxury, (719) 687-3456 or (877) 587-3456 for Colorado Springs Shuttle, 719) 237-2646 or Front Range Shuttle, (719) 633-1181or (800) 345-8197 for Gray Line, 719) 590-8687 or (800) 772-6254 for Ramblin Express and (719) 362-6332 for Rocky Mountain Ride.

Ski Resort Shuttles

For a fast and comfortable trip, you can contact and make reservation for the shuttles that carry passengers to the ski resorts around the airport by calling (719) 687-3456 or (877) 587-3456 for Colorado Springs Shuttle or (719) 362-6332 for Rocky Mountain Ride, which serves on the same route.

Hotel Shuttles

Hotels located nearby Colorado Springs Airport such as Radisson Inn/Airport, Holiday Inn Express-Airport, Holiday Inn Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Colorado Springs Airport, Hampton Inn, DoubleTree Colorado Springs, Hotel Elegante' Conference & Event Center, Comfort Inn/Airport, The Cliff House at Pikes Peak or Cheyenne Mountain Resort provide shuttle services from airport for their customers. Some of the hotels offer shuttle services for no charge, while some may charge you for it. If you wish to use shuttles for traveling to your hotel, you can learn the departure times and fees if required by giving your flight information to your hotel.

Taxis

There are several taxi companies serving at the Colorado Springs Airport. Taxi fares do not differ much between the companies. If you wish to know about taxi fares or call a taxi, you can contact Pikes Peak Cab LLC by calling (719) 888-9000, Springs Cab by calling (719) 444-8989 or (719) 444-8686, Yellow Cab by calling (719) 777-7777. Traveling by taxi is quite comfortable and convenient as they take you from terminals and bring you to your destination in the city centre. If your luggages are too many and heavy, you can also consider using alternative services such as Lyft, which provides larger vehicles.

Lyft

Lyft, like Uber, offers carsharing services and it is one of the most convenient ways to travel from Colorado Springs Airport to the city centre for passengers. By making your reservation in advance, you will be able to take a Lyft vehicle which will be ready at your landing time from a determined location outside the incoming passenger terminal. If you wish to use Lyft when you land at the airport, you can download the application on your phone before leaving the terminal and continue your journey non-stop by calling an available vehicle nearby. Lyft drivers usually have knowledge of specific locations and routes of the city; however, you will have a better chance of finding your way around by taking a map and directions to your destination with you.

Rent-a-Car

You will find the rent-a-car offices next to the luggage claim point at the Colorado Springs Airport. There are many international rent-a-car companies such as AVIS, Alamo, Budget, Enterprise, National, Dollar and Hertz to choose from. If you wish to speed up the renting procedure, you can contact and make reservation by calling (719) 574-8579 for Alamo, (800) 327-9633 for National, (719) 596-2751 for AVIS, (719) 597-1271 or (800) 527-0700 for Budget, (719) 591-6644 or (800) 736-8222 for Enterprise, (719) 596-1863 for Hertz and (800) 654-3131 for Dollar.

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