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| Popular Airport | Santa Clara County Reid Hillview Airport |
|---|---|
| Popular Airlines | |
| Approximate Flight Duration | 12 hour 30 min |
| Approximate Travel Distance | 6250 Miles |
Transportation to Airport from Nanjing City Center
Nanjing Lukou Intl. Airport
It is very easy to reach the airport from many central districts of the city, mainly Nanjing Metro and Nanjing South Railway Station. You can evaluate alternatives such as metro, shuttle and city buses, taxi and Uber taxis, transfer and car rental companies.
Metro
Nanjing Metro is the most popular public transportation vehicle for visitors of the city because it connects the railway station, the central bus station, the city center and the airport. Before you get on the metro, you should buy your ticket for 6 Chinese Yuan. Once you have received your ticket, you should take one of the metro lines, Line 1 or Line 2, from the metro stop in the city center. If you would take Line 1, you will have to wait at Shinjiekou station. In this way, you can reach Nanjing Lukou Airport in 30 minutes.
Shuttle
The easiest way to get to Nanjing Lukou Airport from Nanjing city center is without doubt to use shuttle buses that are operated by the airport. Nanjing central bus station and railway station are the main stops where you can take shuttle buses passing through all the central points of the city. You can reach the airport in 45-50 minutes by paying 20 Chinese Yuan as of 2016. In order to get on the shuttle buses that provide transportation services between 09.30 am and 10.00 pm, you have to buy your ticket after getting on the bus. You can choose among Line 1 and 2, depending on your location, and get on the bus.
If you cannot catch the shuttle buses, you can use the normal city buses. Buses 17, 36, 44, 59, 71, 97, 141 and 309 pass through Nanjing Railway Station East Square every 20 minutes and go directly to Nanjing Lukou Airport.
Taxi
There are more than 20,000 taxis in the city center, and their use is incredibly widespread. Where ever you are in the city, you can call a taxi 24/7 to go to Nanjing Lukou Airport. Although it depends on your location within the city, the average taxi fare from the city center to the airport would be 100-125 Chinese yuan. It is possible to see a large number of taxis waiting at the exit of Nanjing central bus station, railway station and subway stops. It takes only 30 minutes to get to the airport from the city.
Car Rental
If you have an idea of renting your own car to go directly to Nanjing Lukou Airport from Nanjing, it would be useful if you investigate car rental companies in the city. You have to pay attention to the fact that you would have to deliver the car that you will be renting with your international driving license immediately at the airport. There is an express way between Nanjing Lukou Airport and Nanjing, which shortens the distance of 35 kilometers between the two to 29 kilometers. It is possible to reach the airport very comfortably by using the Konggang and Airport Expressway routes.
Airport Information
Nanjing Lukou, the only international airport in Nanjing, the capital of Jiangsu province of China, is located in the Yangtze River Delta area. Nanjing Lukou Airport, located 35 kilometers south of Nanjing city center, is also connected to other cities around by metro and other public transport. There are two terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, which are serving at the airport, although they might be closed from time to time, for renewal and expansion work. There are plenty of areas and facilities that you can meet your needs and shop while you are waiting for your flight at Nanjing Lukou Airport.
At the arrival and departure terminals you can eat snacks and experience Chinese cuisine at the same time. You can relax in VIP lounges as you wish, or you can visit 10-15 stores. Especially Salted Soup Ducks, Cloud Brocades, Yuhua Tea and Rain Flower Stones are the most popular shops of the airport.
There is also a duty free store where you can find world brands at very reasonable prices. There are also various facilities ranging from the hammam to the sports hall. You can get a phone line at a reasonable price from China Mobile, handle transactions at ATMs and change currency at exchange offices.
Transportation to San Jose City Center from Airport
Santa Clara County Reid Hillview Airport
San Jose International Airport offers many alternatives for its passengers to reach the city center. Taxi, luxury minivan and limousine are just a few of them. Tramway is the most affordable option for those who want to minimize their transportation budget by taking the advantage of public transportation. On the other hand, you can also take Amtrak Train, which traverses the 46 states of the United States of America. In addition, many hotels in the city offer airport shuttle service for a fee or free of charge.
Taxi
You can take a taxi in front of both terminal buildings. The lowest taxi fare is 15 dollars. The fare includes 1.5-dollar waiting free and the first 3 miles. You need to pay 3 dollars for each subsequent mile. 15% discount is available for the passengers over 65 years of age. It costs about 15-18 dollars to go to San Jose city center from the airport and taxi journey takes only 10 minutes.
Train, Tramway and Bus
You can take train, tramway or bus if you want to benefit from public transportation options. You can get to the city center or different destinations by choosing from these alternatives. It is possible to get to Amtrak Train Station, tramway station or bus terminal by taking the free shuttle bus at the airport exit. The tramway line 901 takes you directly to the city center after a 50-minute journey.
Shuttle Services
You can take the shuttle services from the parking area underneath Terminal A or the area across from the road at the exit of Terminal B. 28 different private companies provide shuttle service to almost every part of the city based on "door-to-door" service principle.
Rent a car
The Car Rental Center is located just opposite the terminal B and serves in a separated building. The car rental center is a short walk away from Terminal B; you can also get to the center from Terminal A by free shuttle services. These services depart almost every 7 to 10 minutes, depending on the density during the day.
12 different companies serve in the car rental center. You can reach the city center in about 10 minutes by driving through the Airport Boulevard and then connecting to the CA-87 N motorway.
Limousine Rental
There are tens of limo rental companies in both terminal buildings. Please note that limousines can only be rented by booking in advance.
Hotel Shuttle Service
6 hotels in San Jose provide free shuttle services to the airport. Some hotels offer this service for a fee. You can take advantage of this service by contacting your hotel in advance.
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport
San Jose International Airport offers many alternatives for its passengers to reach the city center. Taxi, luxury minivan and limo are just a few of them. The tramway is the most convenient means of transport for the passengers who want to minimize the cost of transport by using public transport. On the other hand, you can prefer the Amtrak Train that traverses the 46 states of the United States. In addition, many hotels in the city center offer airport shuttle as a paid or free of charge service.
Taxi
You can take a taxi in front of both terminals. The lowest taxi fare is about 15$. This price includes the first 3 miles and waiting time that costs 1.5$. You are charged 3$ more for each subsequent mile. 15% discount is applied to the passengers over 65. Going to San Jose city center from the airport by taking a taxi costs 15-18$ on average and your journey takes only 10 minutes.
Train, Tramway and Bus
If you prefer to use public transport, you can travel by train, tram or bus. With each option, you can get to the city center as well as you can go to the different routes. You can also take the free shuttle bus at the airport exit and reach the Amtrak train, the tram station or the bus terminal. The tram number 901 takes you directly to the city center after a 50-minute journey.
Shuttle Service
You can benefit from the shuttle services at the parking lot under terminal A or from the area opposite to the exit of terminal B across the road. 28 different private companies carry passengers to almost every point of the city based on door-to-door system.
Rent a car
The car rental center is located just opposite the terminal B, apart from the airport building. You can reach the car rental center, which is just within walking distance from terminal B, with free shuttle services from terminal A. The shuttle buses depart almost every 7 to 10 minutes, depending on the intensity.
12 different companies serve in the car rental center. You can go to the city center in about 10 minutes by connecting to the motorway CA-87 N from the airport boulevard.
Limo Rental
There are dozens of limousine rental companies in both terminals. Please note that the limousines can only be rented by booking in advance.
Hotel Shuttle Service
In San Jose, there are 6 hotels that provide their guests with free shuttle services. Some hotels provide paid shuttle services. You can benefit from this service by contacting your hotel in advance.
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