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Popular Airport

Frederick Douglass - Greater Rochester Intl. Airport

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Approximate Flight Duration

2 hour 50 min

Approximate Travel Distance

2322 Km

Transportation to Airport from Colorado Springs City Center

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There are many alternatives to going to Colorado Springs Airport from the city center. You can rent cars or limousines. Transportation with taxi is also very easy. Please note that some hotels provide shuttle services to the airport. If you prefer a lower-cost transportation option, you can benefit from airport shuttle service.

Car Rental

You can easily find a car rental company in the city center. Having a deal to deliver the car at the airport would have facilitated your return journey. To get to the airport from the city center, take the I-25 motorway and connect to E. Proby Pkwy Street. You can easily reach the airport by going east. The trip normally takes about 20 minutes on average.

Taxi

You can always find a taxi in Colorado Springs. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the airport by taxi and the cost is around 25-40 dollars.

Shuttle Bus and Minivan

You can reach the airport in less than half an hour by shuttle buses of Grayline and Ramblin Express, which provide airport transportation services. Seven different companies also provide this service with minivans. You can ask your hotel to arrange a suitable company for you or give you contact information.

Limousine

If you want to end your trip with a magnificent vehicle, you can reach the airport easily by reserving a limousine from the rental companies.

Hotel Services

Eleven hotels in the city offer airport shuttle service to their customers. The distance from the hotel to the airport varies between 10 minutes and 30 minutes. You can make use of this service by booking in advance with your hotel.

Airport Information

Colorado Springs Airport, 6 miles south-east of the city center, has regular flights to several destinations in the United States, including Seattle, Orlando, Atlanta, Dallas and Las Vegas. While you are waiting for your flight, you can eat something at the airport, sip a cup of coffee, go for a little shopping tour and even have a massage. You can see interesting works of art at different points of the airport. There is also a free Wi-Fi network throughout the airport.


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Passengers who wish to travel in direction to the Colorado Springs Airport from the city centre, which is not far from the airport, may choose from alternatives fitting for different needs and budgets such as buses, limousines, taxis, Lyft vehicles, ski resort shuttles or rental cars. Taxis are one of the most convenient ways to travel to airport from the city centre. If you do not prefer taxis or wish to make a more affordable journey, you can take the buses that depart from city centre and goes directly to the airport, you can rent a limousine for a luxurious and comfortable journey, you can use shuttle services which are usually favoured by crowded groups or you can rent a car to the airport. You can also use the ski resort shuttles which are available on certain periods and hours if you need to travel to the airport from the ski resorts nearby.

Buses

You can travel to the Colorado Springs Airport terminal from various locations in the city centre by taking the Gray Line or Ramblin Express buses. Buses are one of the most affordable alternatives to get to the airport and even though they are not as fast as taxis or rental cars, they still provide a fast way to travel. But remember that first you need to go to the bus stops in the city centre in order to take the buses traveling in direction to the airport. You can walk to the bus stops if you are close or may take taxi to the bus stops then transfer to the buses going in direction to the Colorado Springs Airport.

Limousines

Many limousine rental companies located in the city centre or around the airport provide the most luxurious way to get to the Colorado Springs Airport. Limousines, driven by chauffeurs, pick you up from wherever you wish in the city centre and bring you to the airport terminals after a fast and pleasant journey. Limousines may cost more than the other alternatives, but considering the luxury and comfort these vehicles offer, you can be at the airport after a most exclusive journey.

Shuttles

Many shuttle companies in the Colorado Springs city centre such as A Ride In Luxury, Colorado Springs Shuttle, Range Shuttle, Gray Line, Ramblin Express and Rocky Mountain Ride provide passengers a fast and affordable way to travel to the airport. Shuttles are quite favourable for passengers who wish to travel in a crowded group. You can make reservation for the shuttles by phone or on the internet and take them from specified locations in the city centre or  from wherever you are in the city, by informing your address in advance. You can still use shuttle services if you need to travel to the airport from a distant location to the city centre but in this case you may need to pay additional fees.

Hotel Shuttles

Some of the hotels in the city centre offer free or low-cost shuttle services to the airport from the city centre. You can get information of  your hotel’s shuttle service by contacting them before your departure. Hotel shuttles, just like taxis or private cars, provide passengers the opportunity to carry their luggages easily. The biggest advantage of the hotel shuttles is that they take their passengers to the airport terminals without needing to transfer to another vehicle.

Ski Resort Shuttles

You can travel to airport from the ski resorts around the city by using the Colorado Springs Shuttle or Rocky Mountain Ride shuttle services  throughout the season. You can get information about the daily shuttle services and make reservation if necessary by calling (719) 687-3456 or (877) 587-3456 in advance.

Taxis

Taxis, which can be found anywhere in the city centre, are one of the most convenient ways to travel to the Colorado Springs Airport. There are different taxi companies in the city but the services they offer and the taxi fares are usually similar. You can call a taxi to your location by calling (719) 888-9000 for Pikes Peak Cab LLC.

You can also contact the other taxi companies such as Springs Cab or Yellow Cab in Colorado Springs or hail a taxi on the streets or ask your hotel to find you one. Drivers demand what is on the taximeter for the fare, however,  by talking to the driver in advance you can offer paying a fixed fare. You can also consider sharing the taxi with other passengers traveling to the airport from your hotel and pay less if you do not have too many luggages.

Lyft

You can travel to the Colorado Springs Airport both comfortable and affordable by using Lyft, a carsharing service application used in many cities in the world. To call a Lyft vehicle you must first download the application on your mobile phone. If your vehicle does not show up for a while you can contact the driver to get information or search for another one.

Rent-a-car

You have a lot of options  if you wish to rent a car in Colorado Springs or vicinity. There are many companies to choose from such as AVIS, Enterprise, Hertz, Dollar or Alamo. You can rent a car in the city centre and when you get to the terminals, you can notify the rental office and deliver your car to the company at the airport entrance. Renting a car is a great way to see the natural and historical beauties around the city and then travel to the airport. But if you are going to stay in the city for one or two days, you may prefer buses, taxis or carsharing services for a more affordable journey.

Airport Information

Colorado Springs Airport offers many possibilities to its visitors for a comfortable and pleasant trip. Passengers may shop while waiting for their  flight at the large lounges  or spend time by trying Colorado Springs cuisine at the airport. If you wish to learn about the history or day-to-day operations of the airport, you can join one of the guided tours held for visitors.

You can use free wireless internet access at the airport terminal if you need to connect to internet on your phone or computer.

You can try and enjoy different tastes of the country and the world at places open from early morning hours till the evening  such as Novo Coffee, Mountain Vista Grille & Bar, Pikes Perk, Bristol Brewing Company, Quiznos, Pizza Hut Express or Jet Box Market.

If you wish to buy Colorado Springs themed souvenirs, books, magazines or newspapers  you can shop at the stores such as The Springs Marketplace, CNBC Store or The Peaks Travelmart. Airport’s 5000 vehicle capacity parking lot provides passengers the opportunity of easy parking. You can leave your car at the parking lot for a few hours or for a day, and if you need to make a long term parking you can contact the parking lot staff for subscription options.

Transportation to Rochester City Center from Airport

Frederick Douglass - Greater Rochester Intl. Airport

When you go out of Monroe Country Airport terminal, which is located 4 miles southwest of the city center, you can find a taxi at any time of day or night, and you can easily travel to the city center from the airport. Alternative means of transportation offered to passengers at the airport include hotel shuttles, rental cars, shuttles of private service companies and limousines. If you need to travel to a different part after landing in the city, you can arrive at the bus station or train station by taxi from the airport and you can continue your travel with a more economical option. If you are planning to travel to different locations in and around Rochester, renting a car is one of the best options offering affordable and comfortable travel experience. Limousines are generally more luxurious and expensive than other alternatives. However, the use of limousines is extremely common in the country. You can travel from the airport to your hotel or a different destination by private shuttles. The most important advantage of the private shuttles is that they provide a more economical and comfortable solution for families, friends groups and more crowded organizations thanks to their large passenger capacities. Moreover, the fares of these shuttles are usually affordable if you will not travel to a place that is too far away from the city.

Hotel Shuttle

The Fairfield Inn by Marriott Rochester Airport, which is within walking distance from the airport terminal, is a hotel alternative that you can reach just in minutes. However, if you prefer staying at a hotel which is closer to the city center, you can benefit from the shuttles of many hotels such as Best Western, Country Inn, Radisson Hotel, Marriott Fairfield Inn and Hyatt Regency. Hotel shuttles generally carry passengers for free or for affordable prices. If you want to benefit from these shuttles, you need to make a reservation before landing at the airport and be ready at the terminal at the appointed time. If you don’t make a reservation in advance, you can get on a taxi waiting in front of the terminal.

Taxi

At the airport, it is possible to find a taxi at any hour of the day and night. The opening fare of the airport taxis are generally 10 dollars and the amount written on the taximeter is added to this fare for each mile. If you need to travel as a crowded group, don’t forget that you should pay an additional amount for each person. The amount you need to pay for travelling to the city center is not very high. It is also worth noting that before getting off the taxi, you should leave a tip for the 10% of the taxi fare just like in other cities of the United States.

Car Rental

For the passengers who want to rent a car at the airport, the options are almost endless. AVIS, National, Hertz, Alamo, Budget and Enterprise are waiting for those who want to continue their travel by renting a car at the airport. If you choose AVIS to rent a car, you can get in contact with the company by calling 1-800-331-1212 and make a reservation in advance in order to receive your car when you land at the airport. You can call 1-800-654-3131 for Hertz and call 1-800-736-8222 for Enterprise in order to get information and reserve your car. Once you have completed the car rental procedure, go out of the airport terminal and follow the directions continuing to the city center. In this way, you can reach the city center only in a few minutes. If you need to travel to a different destination from the airport, it is a good idea to take a navigation device with you in order not to get lost and to find your way easier.

Airport Shuttle

Another alternative for passengers who want to travel from the airport to the city center is using one of the airport shuttles provided by Rochester Shuttle Express and Around Town Shuttle Service companies. The shuttles pick passengers up from the airport terminal and carry them to many parts of the city without any need to transfer to any other vehicle. The fares of the shuttles may vary depending on the total number of passengers, but they are not too high. If you prefer benefitting from the airport shuttle service, you can get detailed information from the airport information desk about the points of departure and the average fares, or you can directly contact the drivers of the shuttles that you can find in front of the airport.

Bus and Train

To transfer from the airport to the train or bus, you need to come to Midtown Plaza first, which is located in Rochester city center. You can travel from the airport to the center by renting a car or getting on a taxi and then you can continue by train and bus. You can get to the bus terminal using the Regional Transit Service (RTS) transit buses. If you need to continue your travel by train, it will be the fastest and most practical option to arrive at the train station by getting on a taxi from the airport. Since the distance between the airport and the train station or the bus terminal is not too long, taxis are among the most preferred transportation options for this travel.

Limousine

In the United States, renting a limousine is one of the commonly used transportation option. If you want to benefit from these exclusive and luxurious vehicles for travelling from the airport to the city center, you can contact Diamond Limousine by calling 585 533-9050. You can call 585 206-2036 for Fairport Limo, 585 272-9760 for Prestigo Limos and 585 223-7780 for Pizzo's Park Place Limos. By choosing one of these companies, you can make your vehicle ready for you in front of the terminal and have a comfortable travel to the city center.

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