From the Airport to the Hotel...

by Nicole Weston (RSS feed)
Nov 2nd 2006 at 6:06PM

In today's Wall Street Journal, there is an interesting blurb on prices around the world, comparing the rate for the same service in different locations. In this case, the service is a one-way private transfer from an airport to a luxury hotel, as booked through that hotel or their concierge. All the prices have been converted to US dollars and the difference in various markets is quite surprising, especially since the distance being considered was that of a very central location. As a starting point, the cost in New York was $167 per person. In Manila, the transfer was a mere $42, while it was $74 in Sydney and $100 in Hong Kong. The three locations more expensive than New York were London, at $171, Paris at $170 and Tokyo, at an almost shocking $382. It's enough to make you think twice about arranging your own transportation. After all, it certainly couldn't be much more expensive and by calling around, you might even be able to arrange nicer transportation.

Tags: airport, global, globe, hotel, international, international travel, limo, prices, shuttle, towncar, transportation

Filed under: Luxury Travel & Hotels

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Sean Nov 2nd 2006 7:58PM

I think it should be noted that it takes over an hour, in light traffic, to get from Tokyo's airport to downtown Tokyo, whereas it takes around 35 minutes from downtown Manhattan to JFK during off peak times.

Steve Pollack Nov 2nd 2006 9:19PM

I was just in Miami and the cost was $121 plus tip for a $24.00 taxi to the Mandarin Oriental. Funny thing it was the same price for me to upgrade to 1st class from Chicago to Miami as the car service. The 1st class upgrade was a far better choice.

Anyone know cost in London from Heathrow to the Four Seasons, Canary Wharf or Claridges Hotel?? I am there in a couple weeks.

Philippe Galia Nov 6th 2006 8:37AM

Steve,

I'm operating a limo company in London & Paris. It will cost you 165$ for a brand new S class mercedes.
Im my opinion Paris & London are still cheapear than New York taking account of the distances to downtown.