| Popular Airport | Guadalajara Intl. - Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl. Airport |
|---|---|
| Popular Airlines | |
| Approximate Flight Duration | 12 hour 30 min |
| Approximate Travel Distance | 10008 Km |
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Munich Airport is Germany’s second largest airport after Frankfurt Airport and it is also Europe’s 7th busiest airport and was the 34th busiest airport in the world in 2015. Located about 30 km from the city center Munich Airport is a major international airport operating both domestic and international flights. There are several transportation alternatives available to get to the airport from the city center. The airport is accessible by train, bus, and rental car. Munich Airport also contains indoor and outdoor parking lots that offer short-term or long-term parking options, so driving your personal car is another alternative.
There is a rail system in place that provides transportation from the city center directly to Munich Airport. Trains depart every 10 minutes and provide transportation to terminals 1 and 2. The S1 train line connects Neufahrn, Moosach, Laim, Munich Hauptbahnhof, Marienplatz and Ostbahnhof with the airport and the S8 train line connects Ostbahnhof, Isartor, Marienplatz, Karlsplatz/Stachus, Hauptbahnhof, Laim and Pasing and Herrsching with the airport. For both lines the total trip from the furthest point on the line to the airport takes about 50 minutes.
One of the most convenient and fastest transportation alternatives to get to Munich Airport from the city center is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. A taxi to Munich Airport from the city center is reasonably priced. Taxis are easily accessible in the city or you can have the hotel you are staying at help arrange one for you.
Another method of transportation to get to Munich Airport from the city center is by bus. There are many bus routes that you can choose from. The bus route that you will take to get to Munich Airport will vary depending on your location in the city. For detailed information on bus routes and stops please visit Munich Airport’s website.
Renting a car is another transportation alternative to get to Munich Airport. There are various rental car companies located in the city center. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt, Buchbinder, and Thrifty. You can also return your vehicle at the airport before your departure at the Car Rental Return area. Before heading to the airport we recommend taking a look at the traffic conditions and leaving accordingly.
Located about 30 km from the city center, Munich Airport is a major international airport serving the city. Munich Airport operates both domestic and international flights out of 2 passenger terminals. The airport covers quite a large area and features an inter-terminal shuttle bus to provide passengers with quick transportation between terminals. Terminals are equipped with standard services such as health services, rental car offices, ATMs, a lost and found, lounges, children’s play areas, baby care rooms, a health center, charging stations, Wi-Fi, a pharmacy, meeting rooms, 2 airport hotels, and sleeping cabins. Munich Airport also features special services and amenities such as a visitor’s terrace, events at the Munich Airport Center, children’s entertainment and more.
Munich Airport also contains a variety of restaurants, bars, and cafes that offer delicious examples of international cuisine and stores where passengers can do some last minute shopping. Venues where you can go shopping include Accessorize, Airport Souvenirs, United Colors of Benetton, Bobbi Brown, CEDON, Desigual, Duty Free/Travel Value, Gucci, GANT, Jo Malone, Pinko, Victoria’s Secret, and Wolford. Restaurants, cafes, and bars where you can enjoy something to eat or drink include Adelholzener Bar, Alfredo Café Bar, Bagutta Pizza Culture, Bistro Organic, Café Servus, Caviar & FineFood, Coffee Fellows, Langnese Bistro, Mc Donald’s, Segafredo Bar, Starbucks, Subway, and Wiener’s – Der Kaffee.
There are many alternatives to go to the city from Guadalajara Airport, which is located Only 17 km from the city center. Among these alternatives, buses and shuttle minibuses are the most preferred means of public transportation. If you’re in hurry and want a faster transport, you can rent a car or take a taxi.
City buses that provide transportation from the airport to the city of Guadalajara take off 30 minutes after every plane landing at the airport. A ticket of city buses to Guadalajara central station, which is located close to the city, is 40 Mexican Pezos ($ 4). Buses departing from Terminal 1 also go directly to the Central Camionera Vieja, near the historic center. The fare is 6 Mexican dollars. In the meantime, you need to say "Bajan" where you want to get off the bus because some of the city buses do not have a push button for stopping.
Servicio Colectivo, a company affiliated to the airport, operates minibus services directly to the city from the airport once a day. Airport minibuses, a kind of shuttle, depart from the main terminal building and arrive in Guadalajara city center in 35 minutes. Tickets for the airport minibuses are around 120 Mexican dollars according to the most current data. You can buy your ticket for the minibus from the buffets or vending machines located outside the arrival terminal. In addition, GO Airport Shuttle and GDL Super Shuttle companies offer affordable services.
At the exit of both terminals of Guadalajara Airport there are taxis that take you directly to the city. If you want to make an advance reservation from airport taxis, you need to call +523336886002. They offer pre-reservation with more reasonable price options. But on average, you are asked to pay 250-300 Mexican dollars for a taxi ride from Guadalajara Airport to the city center (30 minute journey). During the night, starting at 10 am and ending at 6 am, a 25 percent raise is added to the regular wages because of the night tariff. In addition, taxis called Uber are more budget-friendly than normal. Uber taxis have vehicles at different capacities: 4, 6, 8 and 10 persons.
The airport terminal has world-class car rental companies such as Avis, Budget, Fox, Europcar, Hertz, Alamo, National, Veico Car Rental, Optima, Sixt and Thrifty Dollar. Besides, getting services from local car rental companies can be a good option in terms of budget. From Guadalajara Airport you have to use the Highway 23 motorway to Chapala to get to the city center. This journey lasts about 30 minutes.
