Quick Flight Summary from Cocos Islands to Tampa
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Transportation to Airport from Cocos Islands City Center
Cocos (Keeling) Islands Airport
Another name of Cocos Islands, which are also known as a water and nature paradise, is Keeling Islands. Cocos, which is located in the Indian Ocean, comprises a small archipelago approximately midway between Australia and Sri Lanka. Cocos Islands Airport, which is the only airport of the city of islands having a 15 km-long road, is located 5 kilometers of the city center. You can get on a taxi or rent a vehicle-bicycle for travelling to the airport from the city center which does not have an organized public transportation.
Taxi
Since the distance between the city center and the airport is quite short, you can choose getting on a taxi for your transportation which is a both economical and fast option for your airport transfer. Taxi is also the easiest transportation alternative that you can use for travelling to the airport. If you wish, you can share your taxi with other passengers to have a more affordable transportation.
Car - Bicycle Rental
Cocos Islands have a very small center. For this reason, there are no corporate car rental companies. For local and small-sized rental companies, the rate of renting a car for airport transfers is not very high. Visitors generally rent a car for discovering around from these companies which mostly offer bicycle rental services. If you rent a car for your transportation, you can receive it at the airport or leave it at the airport after your travel.
Tourist Bus
Another alternative that you can use for travelling to the airport from Cocos Islands city center is the tourist buses which offer service on certain days of the week. You can get information about these buses from the tourism office and Duty Free shop.
Hotel Shuttle
While making your hotel reservation, you can ask your hotel whether it offers airport shuttle service for its guests. Since it is a very small place, hotels can provide solutions for the transportation to the airport.
Airport Information
Cocos Island Airport, which is the only airport offering service to Cocos (Keeling) Islands, is located in the south of the Keeling Islands and situated on the capital of the region. The airport that provides international air transportation is also convenient for jets and consists of 2441 meters of asphalt surface. The airport has a large parking area which enables a suitable environment for long-term car parking.
The estimated arrival time to Cocos Islands Airport is about 1 day and 7 hours. There are many connecting flights to the airport from many regions.
Transportation to Tampa City Center from Airport
Tampa Intl. Airport
You can easily reach Tampa International Airport from the city centre by taxi or by bus. There are airport shuttle buses available and some hotels can arrange it for you in advance. If you rented a car during your trip, it is also possible to reach the airport with this vehicle.
Bus
Bus route 15 transports passengers from the city centre to the airport in a short time. A one-way ticket costs 2 dollars.
Taxi
Taxis are quite easy to come by in Tampa. You can comfortably find one in the city centre, and reach the airport for an average cost of 25 dollars. Be confident about the amount you will pay as all taxis are equipped with taximeters. You can speak to hotel staff to pre-arrange a taxi for you.
Car Rental
There are a lot of car rental agencies in Tampa city centre and for a more comfortable trip, including your journeys to and from the airport, you can hire a vehicle that is suitable to your budget. You can rent a car online, or you can ask for assistance from your hotel. International travellers must have a valid foreign driver’s license and an international driving permit. You must always carry these documents if you wish to drive a car or ride a motorbike in Tampa.
Airport Shuttle Service
Airport shuttle services are modern and comfortable buses with air-conditioning systems, which operate on a specific route and have certain departure times. It is recommended that you check the closest shuttle station near you, and the shuttle departure times in advance. You may also ask for assistance from your hotel representative. You will have to pay an additional fee per baggage beyond the limit of 3 baggages per passenger. The prices for the shuttle bus services are based on distance travelled. Airport shuttle services from the city centre to the airport is approximately 25 to 35 dollars.
Hotel Shuttle Service
Many hotels in Tampa provide airport shuttle services. Contact your hotel beforehand to confirm whether they provide this service, and book in advance if they do so.
Airport Information
Tampa International Airport was called the Drew Field Military Airport prior to the 1960s and used for military flights only. It underwent major changes since and began commercial flights. During the Second World War, the airport had undertaken important duties. Nowadays, Tampa International Airport is a modern, large airport located about 6 miles west from Downtown Tampa. Serious air traffic is encountered during the tourism season as it is often used as a transit hub. More than 100 flights a day take off from the airport. There are many bars, restaurants and cafes located at different points of the airport that appeal to different tastes. You can also find many souvenir shops, accessory shops, clothing stores, cosmetics shops and duty-free shops inside the airport. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the airport building.
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