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Detroit Metropolitan Airport serves the city of Detroit, one of the most important automobile manufacturing centers in the United States. Detroit Metro Airport is located 32 km from the city center and is spread out over an expansive area. The airport is also one of the most important transportation centers in the region. There aren’t that many transportation alternatives available to get to Detroit Metro Airport from the city center. However, public transportation in the city is still an option, especially buses and airport shuttle services. Other methods of transportation you can use to get to the airport from the city center include taxis, luxury transfer vehicles, or rental car.

Detroit Metro Airport is not very close to the city center and therefore taking a taxi to the airport can be an expensive alternative. One of the most convenient means of transportation in the city is by rental car. There are many rental car offices at the airport and in the city center. Rental car companies in the city offer a variety of vehicles. Nevertheless, we would recommend booking a vehicle in advance by making a reservation online before you arrive in the city.

Bus

Just like in other cities in the United States, public transportation is not a very common method of transportation and it is not very well developed in Detroit. The fact that the city is regarded as an ‘automobile haven’ has an impact on the lack of public transportation as well. Nevertheless, there are buses that provide transportation in the city throughout the day. Buses begin operating early in the morning until late at night. Taking the bus to Detroit Metro Airport from the city center takes about 1 hour.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another transportation alternative to get to the airport from the city center. You can easily rent a car from rental car offices located in the city. It takes about 30 minutes to get to Detroit Metro Airport from the city center by car. Rental car companies located in the city include Hertz, AVIS, Sixt, Alamo and Dollar. Renting a car is also a great way to explore the city and its surroundings. If you plan on renting a car in the city then we recommend researching rental car models and prices online and booking your vehicle in advance. This way you can access your rental car upon your arrival in the city without any problems.

Taxis and Luxury Sedans

Taxis in Detroit are split into two categories. The first is classic taxis, which are more affordable, and the second is the more expensive, luxury sedans. These vehicles are provided by Metro Cars and Metro Cab. The average fare to the airport from the city center using the more affordable option, classic taxis, is about 50 dollars. You can easily find both taxi options in the city. If you are a first-time visitor to the city and do know the average taxi fares you can ask the hotel you are staying at for more information.

Private Transfer

One of the most convenient transportation alternatives to get to Detroit Metro Airport from the city center is by private transfer. Private transfer services are provided by private companies. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the airport from Detroit city center using private transfer services.

Hotel Shuttles

If you are staying at one of the larger hotels in Detroit then you can use their airport shuttle services. Hotels provide shuttle services either for free or at a slightly more expensive rate than taxis or luxury vehicles. You need to make a reservation in advance to use your hotel’s airport shuttle service. Shuttle services depart from major locations in the city and provide a convenient ride to Detroit Metro Airport. Shuttle services provide direct transportation to the airport terminal in about 35 to 40 minutes.

Car

Driving to Detroit Metro Airport from the city center is quite easy, just follow the road signs to the airport. Driving to the airport from the city center is among the most convenient transportation alternatives thanks to the passenger drop-off area and short-term parking lots. Passengers driving to the airport can leave their cars in the short-term parking lot or the long-term parking lot, which is quite large.

Airport Information

The Detroit Metro Airport serves the city of Detroit, which is considered to be the ‘automobile capital’ of the United States. The airport is located approximately 32 km from the city center and is, in a sense, the city’s most important gateway to the world. Renting a car from one of the many rental car companies at the airport is a great way to explore the city and its surroundings. The airport also features many cafes, restaurants, and bars, and a variety of stores for passengers who want to go shopping.

At the North Terminal there is an exchange office where you can take care of your currency transactions as well as ATMs. Stores in this terminal where passengers can go shopping include different options like Duty Free Americas, Everything ASAP, Tech for Takeoff, Detroit Market Place and USA Today Travel Zone. You can find various souvenirs and shop for newspapers and magazines at RELAY, which is also located in the North Terminal.

There are more options at the McNamara Terminal. Stores located in the McNamara Terminal include alternatives such as The Body Shop, Brighton, Be Relax Spa, Desigual, Duty Free Americas, Michigan Store, Pandora, Swarovski, and Running Fit.

McNamara Terminal featuers a rich variety of restaurants and cafes that you can enjoy before your flight or after you land. Venues where you can get a bite to eat or something to drink include Caribou Coffee, Andiamo, Bigalora Cucina, Coffee Beanery, Corridor Kitchen. Ayrıca yine bu terminalde bulunan Mc Donald’s, Pinkberry, Starbucks, Mezza Mediterranean Grille, The Shed, Popeye’s, and Wendy’s.

Terminal offers passengers ATMs and currency exchange services to meet their monatery needs. There are vending machines located throughout the airport.

The airport also offers passengers wireless internet connect to help pass the time as they wait for their flight. Detroit Metro Airport also contains a lost and found where you can inquire about missing items and a large parking lot that offers short-term and long-term parking options for passengers that drive to the airport.

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is located in San Francisco California, 21 km from the city center. The airport is a major transit center for passengers, particularly those traveling from Asia. San Francisco International is the second busiest airport in California and one of the first major airports to have an automated baggage system in place.  

San Francisco International Airport is an important hub for United Airlines and Virgin America. There are a variety of transportation alternatives available to get to the city center from the airport. You can get to various parts of the city from San Francisco International Airport by taxi, bus, train, rental car, and personal car.

Train

There are two rail systems that you can use to get to the city center from San Francisco International Airport. The first is the BART, a rapid-rail system. The BART station is located in the international terminal at the airport. The BART starts running in the early hours of the morning, providing easy and fast transportation between the airport and the northern and southern parts of the city.

The other rail system that you can use to get to the city center from SFO is the CalTrain. This train departs on the hour, every hour, every day of the week, until 10 pm. This train provides transportation between SFO and San Francisco and San Jose.

Taxi

One of the most convenient and fastest transportation alternatives to get to the city center from SFO is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. A taxi from the airport to downtown San Francisco can cost between 42 and 62 dollars and takes about 20 minutes. Taxis are readily available at each terminal at the airport and depart from the taxi zones located on the arrivals/baggage claim level. For more information on taxi companies and their contact information please visit San Francisco International Airport’s website.

Bus

SamTrans buses provide transportation between San Francisco International Airport and the city center. These public buses are operated by San Mateo County and run between San Francisco International Airport and San Mateo and various parts of San Francisco. SamTrans lines KX, 292, 397, and 398 stop at the airport terminals. Buses stop at the arrivals and baggage claim level of Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 and at Level 1 of the International Terminal.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another transportation alternative to get to the city center. There are many rental car companies that have offices at the airport. Renting a car is also a great way to get around the city during your trip. The AirTrain Blue Line provides access to the Rental Car Center from the airport terminals and it operates 24 hours a day, every day of the week. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Alamo, Dollar, Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, National, Budget, Fox and Thrifty. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location.

Bike

San Francisco International Airport contains bike assembly stations and parking areas for those who are traveling with their bike or who want to leave their bike at the airport. The BART and SamTrans rapid rail systems provide passengers with bike/transit options and the airport features marked bicycle routes.