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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Intl. Airport

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Approximate Flight Duration

15 hour 20 min

Approximate Travel Distance

12284 Km

Transportation to Airport from Winnipeg City Center

Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport

Winnipeg city center is located only 7 km away from Winnipeg J. A. Richardhardson Airport. Your journey can be made incredibly practical and there are alternative ways to travel such as city or shuttle buses, taxi, transfer and car rental services. Public transport is more expensive than private transportation, but much more economical. Whichever means of transportation you choose when travelling to Winnipeg J. A.Richardson Airport from Winnipeg city center, you reach the airport in maximum of between 10-20 minutes.

Bus

The main reason tourists frequently use the buses in Winnipeg is they provide a reliable and fast transportation service. If you are travelling to Winnipeg J. A.Richardson Airport by bus from Winnipeg city, you will come across two different options. The first of these shuttle buses only provides transportation between the city center and the airport and it is quite cheap. The shuttle buses usually depart from the most central squares in the city, but if the departure times are not suitable for you, bus number 20 (Line 20) may be the useful other option. In 2016 the price of a one-way ticket on bus number 20 was 3 Canadian Dollars and you will reach Winnipeg J. A.Richardson Airport within 26 minutes. You can buy your ticket from the ticket machines or at the ticket offices at the bus stops. With a total of 32 stops, this bus goes on the Watt & Leighton route and runs every 18-25 minutes.

Taxi

Although the use of taxis is very common in the city of Winnipeg, taxis are not among the first choices for transportation from the city to the airport. The main reason for this is undoubtedly the price, as it is much more expensive than public transportation. It is possible to reach the airport in 8 minutes by taking a taxi from the taxi stops located in the most central points of the city of Winnipeg. However, if you call Unicity Taxi company to your location, which is the most preferred company for transportation to Winnipeg J. A. Richardhardson Airport from the city, you may have a chance to make a deal. The fare they will charge you to reach Winnipeg J. A.Richardson Airport from the city by taxi is roughly between 16-19 Canadian dollars.

Rent A Car

Similar to Winnipeg J. A.Richardson Airport, there are many different alternative car rental companies in Winnipeg city. If you plan to stay in the city for more than 3-4 days, it is best to evaluate the car rental option, which is much more money saving than taxis. In the city you can see world wide known branches of car rental companies such as Avis, Budget, Payless Rent a Car, Enterprise, Hertz, National Car Rental and Alamo Rent a Car. If you are renting a car only for transportation to the airport, you should definitely do some research before your flight because if you make a pre-reservation, you will have the chance to rent a car at a more affordable price. It takes an average of 10 minutes to reach Winnipeg J. A.Richardson Airport with a rental car from Winnipeg city center.

Airport Information

Winnipeg J. A. Richardhardson Airport is also known as Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport and is located 7 kilometers from Winnipeg city center in the Manitoba Province of Canada. The airport is the 7th busiest airport in Canada in terms of passenger traffic and 11th in terms of aircraft traffic and in 2015 the airport provided transportation services to nearly 4 million passengers. Since Winnipeg J. A. Richardson Airport has international status, there are many chances for you to have a good time while waiting for your flight. There are numerous eating and drinking areas such as Freshii, Fuel Bar, Green Carrot, Harvey’s, Plaza Premium Lounge, Prairie Bistro, Skylights Lounge, Starbucks Coffee, Stella’s Café & Bakery, Tim Hortons, Urban Crave, True Burger. Also located at the airport is Bentley, Best Buy Express, Cnbc News, Metalsmiths Sterling, Pga Tour Shop, Red River News, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, The Exchange News and Gifts. In addition, services that you will find that can meet your other needs include free internet access, travel agencies and car rental company offices, tourist information and information desks, VIP lounges, smoking areas, hotel, post office, health clinic, bank, exchange office, ATM machines and play areas etc.

Transportation to Mumbai City Center from Airport

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Intl. Airport

Previously known as Bombay, Mumbai is not just India’s most populated city but one of the most populated cities in the entire world. The city has a population of close to 20 million people. With India’s world famous Bollywood film industry based in the city, Mumbai is one of the most advanced cities in the country in terms of culture and tourism. Every year Mumbia welcomes countless visitors from different parts of the world. Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport welcomes visitors to the city and is one of the country’s busiest airports.

Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport was created from the combination of Santa Cruz Airport and Sahar Airport. Today the airport contains numerous services and amenities to meet passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs. Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport connects Mumbai to different regions in India and major destinations across the world. The airport features restaurants that offer delicious examples of both Indian cuisine and international cuisine, stores and duty free shops where passengers can pass the time by going shopping, private lounges where passenger can relax or do work, and more. In addition, there are countless hotels located in close proximity to the airport for those looking for accommodation alternatives nearby. Hotels that are located in close proximity to the airport include the Hyatt Regency Mumbai, Waterstones Hotel, The Leela Mumbai, and The Lalit Mumbai.

The airport is located in relatively close proximity to the city center. However getting to and from the city center can take much longer than expected due to the heavy traffic conditions in the city. Traveling between the airport and the city center can take between 45 minutes and 2 hours depending on the traffic and the method of transportation you use. You can use a taxi, rental car, bus, or train to get to the city center from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Furthermore, if you want a more economical transportation alternative, consider using shared ride services. There are limousine and rental car services available from the airport to the city center for those who want a more luxurious and comfortable method of transportation.  

Trains are the fastest transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport however trains are usually very overcrowded and aren’t directly accessible from the airport. Taxis are the most convenient transportation alternative to get to the city center from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. We recommend using prepaid taxis to avoid being overcharged. You can find prepaid taxis at the terminals.

Taxi

The most comfortable method of transportation to get to the city center from the airport is by taxi. Taxis are easily available at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. The total trip time to the city center from the airport can vary between 45 minutes and 2 hours depending on the traffic. The traffic conditions in the city can get very congested, making it the most important factor in determining the length of your journey. Traffic in Mumbai is notoriously bad.

The most important thing you have to pay attention to is making sure you use a prepaid taxi. By using a prepaid taxi you pay the fare beforehand and avoid any chances of overpaying. If you have agreed on a price beforehand and there were no changes on the predetermined route your taxi drive took to the city then ignore any requests for addition payment. There are regular taxis that run metered fares in the city as well but when you take the heavy traffic conditions in the city into account, these taxis can cost more than prepaid taxis. You also run the risk of being overcharged by a metered taxi driver.

Bus

Taking the bus is another transportation alternative to get to the city center. However, keep in mind that buses tend to be very crowded. Buses depart from both the domestic terminal and the international terminal and provide transportation to various parts of the city.

Bus line 312 departs from the domestic terminal and provides transportation to the Vile Parle and Andheri stations. From these railway stations you can transfer to a train. Bus line 321 departs from the international terminal and provides transportation to Vile Parle East. Bus line 308 departs from the international terminal and provides transportation to Andheri (East) railway station.

Train

Trains are the fastest transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport. However, there is no direct access to the train from the airport and trains in Mumbai are incredibly overcrowded. Trains can get so crowded that its almost worth sitting in traffic for hours to avoid the overcrowding, especially if you have excess luggage. To access the train passengers must take the bus from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to the Vile Parle or Andheri railway stations. From there passengers can transfer to the train.

Rental Car

If you don’t want to take public transportation to get to the city center from the airport then renting a car is a great alternative. Renting a car is a comfortable and reliable method of transportation. There are many rental car companies located at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. You can also book your rental vehicle online in advance so that your rental car is ready when you arrive. Rental car companies that you can choose from include AVIS, SS Travels, First and Car Club. These companies have different car models that you can choose from that come with a variety of features. Keep in mind that traffic in the city can be very bad. If you’re planning on traveling to other cities in the country note that the distance between cities in the India is quite expansive. So exploring different cities by car can take a very long time.

Hotel Shuttle Services

There are many major hotels located in the city center of Mumbai, which is a very bustling tourist destination. Major hotels that are located in the city center offer guests hotel shuttle services to and from the city center. Some hotels offer these services to their guests at a fee while some of them offer these services for free. Hotel shuttle services pick you up from the airport and drop you off in front of your hotel. This is one of the most reliable and comfortable transportation alternatives to get to the city center from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, especially if you have heavy or excess luggage.

Limousine

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, and to get around in the city and its surrounding areas during your trip, is by renting a limousine. Usually limousine services come with a chauffer and can be rented on an hourly or daily basis. Renting a limousine is quite expensive but it is a very comfortable means of transportation. If you want to rent a limousine we suggest researching companies online and comparing prices before hand.

Shared Rides

Shared ride services are ideal for those who want to travel to the city center by taxi but who don’t want to pay a lot of money. Shared ride services offer a cheaper opportunity that is still comfortable and convenient. Shared ride services can accommodate a number of people who split the fare, offering a cheaper total cost to get to the city center from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in a vehicle that is as comfortable as a taxi. Taxis that are waiting in front of the airport generally offer shared ride services. You can share a taxi with other passengers who are traveling in the same direction. Make sure to use a prepaid taxi or agree on the taxi fare with the driver before the trip.  

Weather in Mumbai

DayMin - Max
WednesdayMin 21ºC - Max 30ºC
ThursdayMin 22ºC - Max 31ºC
FridayMin 23ºC - Max 30ºC
SaturdayMin 23ºC - Max 30ºC
SundayMin 22ºC - Max 32ºC

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