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| Popular Airport | Solidarity Szczecin Goleniow Airport |
|---|---|
| Popular Airlines | |
| Approximate Flight Duration | 11 hour 10 min |
| Approximate Travel Distance | 8950 Km |
Transportation to Airport from Johannesburg City Center
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 Szczecin City Center from Airport
Solidarity Szczecin Goleniow Airport
You can fly to Szczecin-Goleniów Airport to travel to the city of Szczecin and other areas nearby. The journey from Szczecin Airport to the city center usually takes about 40 minutes with alternatives such as train, rental car, taxi or private car. You can easily prefer trains to get to the city from the airport during daytime. Taxis or rental cars may be more convenient in the late hours. The fact that Szczecin-Goleniów Airport is about one hour away from the center makes taking a taxi a more costly alternative, but if you are traveling with 3 or 4 passengers, you can consider sharing taxi to get to the center from Szczecin Airport.
Train
Since 2013, it is possible to get to the center from Szczecin Airport by train. The train station is located right next to the airport terminal and it takes about 40 minutes to travel from the airport to Szczecin city center by train. By train you can also travel to and from many places such as Goleniów, Świnoujście, Kamień Pomorski, Choszczno, Pomorskie, Runowo Pomorskie and Stargard Szczeciński. Trains can also be preferred by those who want to come to Szczecin from the airport with an affordable vehicle. The train fares are much lower compared to the taxis waiting in front of Szczecin Airport. Once you reach the city center by train, you can travel to the point you want to reach with a different vehicle such as taxi or hotel shuttle.
Taxi
If you want to get to Szczecin city center by taxi from the airport, you can call +48 91 481 7690 and ask about information on the taxis waiting in front of the terminal. Fares should be paid in Polish Zloty, the local currency of the country. The average cost of the trip by taxi to Szczecin city center is between 130-170 zloty. The distance to the airport of the city center is approximately 35-50 kilometers. If you need to go to Koszalin, which is 120 kilometers away, you can use the taxi by paying around 380 zloty. If you are going to Kołobrzeg, you need to pay 300 zlotys at the end of 95 kilometers of journey. The fare you need to pay to go to Świnoujście, 80 kilometers from the airport, is about 230 Polish zloty. For Międzyzdroje, 65 kilometers from the airport, the average fare is set at 200 zloty. These fares may vary during certain periods. For information on the most up-to-date taxi fares, please contact the drivers of the taxis waiting at the airport terminal. Those going to Stargard Szczeciński, 43 kilometers away, should pay an average of 140 zloty. The distance to Police is 65 kilometers and the average fare in this route is 200 zloty. For Goleniów, it may be enough to pay an average of 30-40 zlotys at the end of a journey of only 7 kilometers.
Bus
You can travel to and from Warsaw and to many points of Europe, by transferring, with buses departing from the airport at certain times of the day. Buses usually start operating around 7 am and continue until the evening. If you are considering using buses that depart from the airport usually 15 minutes after flights landing, you can call +48 504 188 737 for more detailed information.
Minibus
You can also use the minibuses to get from the airport to the center and to other nearby areas. Minibuses are departing from right in front of the airport and bring their passengers to the bus stop PKS in Szczecin. If you are traveling with a minibus in the direction of Goleniów, you can get off in front of the train station. If you would like to inquire about minibuses and use one of these affordable vehicles, you can get information from the airport information desk or call +48 91 392 69 25 before leaving the terminal to learn about many things such as departure points and fares.
Private Vehicle
If you have your own vehicle, you would have the chance to travel both to Szczecin city center and to many other places from the airport quickly and without difficulty. Those who want to get to the city center of Szczecin from the airport by a private car should make a journey that takes about 40 minutes from the terminal. This journey lasts 45 minutes if you are going to Stargard Szczeciński. You can reach Gorzów Wielkopolski after an 80-minute drive. Places like Kołobrzeg, Drawsko Pomorskie and Koszalin can also be reached in an average of 80 minutes. Going to Szczecinek and Wałcz take about two hours by private car. You can reach Międzyzdroje in approximately 40 minutes.
Car Rental
Those who want to rent a car from Szczecin Airport can choose between different car rental companies including AVIS, Hertz, CarFillar or Europcar. There are also Auto Polo and Panek companies in the airport where you can rent cars at affordable prices. Those who rent a car can reach the city center in around 40 minutes. In order to rent your car from AVIS you should contact +48 91 488 93 50 in advance to find out which vehicles are available at Szczecin Airport. You can call +48 669 999 666 for CarFillar, +48 91 434 62 51 for Europcar, Panek +48 665 800 000 for Auto Polo, +48 505 39 34 39 for Auto Polo and +48 91 488 93 50 for Hertz. If you wish you can access all these companies’ websites and e-mail them to reserve a car, so that you can have your vehicle ready when you arrive at Szczecin Airport. Driving and navigating along the road that takes about 45 minutes to the city center can be a little challenging. That's why it's a good idea to take the road with an electronic navigation device or a map, especially on your first trip to the region. You can either deliver your rental car to the offices of the rental companies located in the center or in Szczecin Airport on your way back.
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