Popular Airport | Canefield Airport |
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Popular Airlines | |
Approximate Flight Duration | 17 hour 50 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 14260 Km |
Reaching Mangalore International Airport offers a variety of transportation options, each balancing cost, convenience, and comfort, catering to different traveler needs and preferences.
The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) operates city buses across Mangalore and its suburbs, presenting an affordable travel choice with fares usually under INR 50. Although popular among locals, including school children, these buses may become crowded during peak hours.
Auto-rickshaws serve as a flexible option for short distances and tight spaces, featuring metered fares with room for negotiation, especially after dark or over longer distances. While they're generally safe, solo female travelers are advised to exercise caution during late hours.
Taxis provide a more comfortable alternative, though less common, and app-based cab services like Ola and Uber have surged in popularity for offering safe, convenient, and economically priced journeys accessible at any hour, with fares dependent on the distance and duration of travel.
Mangalore's connectivity is further enhanced by its two major railway stations, Mangalore Central and Mangalore Junction, which link the city to various parts of India. Trains offer a secure and cost-effective choice for long-distance journeys, with stations well-equipped with passenger amenities.
For those prioritizing a direct route to and from the airport, airport transfer services are available, ranging from private vehicles and shuttle services to minibus carriers and coaches. This spectrum of services accommodates all from the budget-conscious and those preferring shared travel, to passengers desiring more private and luxurious transport options. These services can be booked in advance, providing a seamless travel experience to your final destination.
It’s cheap and easy to get to Marigot and Roseau by minibus from Melville Hall Airport, which are 3.2 km and 5 km away respectively. Aside from this, there are no other public transport options, such as buses or trains, that leave from the arrival terminal at the airport. If you want to make your own way then you can pick from one of the many car rental agencies in Melville Hall Airport, and if not, take a taxi. It’s possible to reach Roseau city centre in 7-8 minutes, and central Marigot in 5 minutes from Melville Hall Airport.
Minibus
The minibuses that wait at the exit of the arrivals terminal in Melville Hall Airport provide direct transport to Marigot and Roseau. Preferred for its cheapness as a transport options, you can reach the two centres in 10-15 minutes in this way. The minibuses have been numbered differently according to the destination. All minibuses that begin with H go through Roseau city centre.
Taxi
There are taxi stops in front of Melville Hall Airport. It doesn’t matter what time you arrive at the airport, there will always be taxis available for use. And because they apply a fixed rate, it’s possible to get to Marigot or Roseau in 5-10 minutes for a good price.
Car Rental
There are many international and local car rental agencies at Melville Hall Airport: Garraway (7674482891), Valley Rent A Car (7674483233), Avis (+17674409461), Courtesy Car Rental (7674487763), Earth Dreams (+17676148146), Island Car Rentals Ltd (7672556844), Wacky Rollers (7674498276) and Waitikubuli Adventure Tours Co. (+17674402628). If you get in touch with one of these agencies before your flight then you can get informed about prices as well as make a reservation. Since Marigot and Roseau are in the same direction, you can reach both of these locations by taking Dr Nicholas Liverpool Hwy/Wiers road. You will most likely reach Roseau city centre in maximum 10 minutes from Melville Hall Airport with your rental car.