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How to Take a Taxi from Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport

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By Dawn Muench-Pace, About.com

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Hailing a Taxi at Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport

Taxis are always available on the lower level outside of each baggage claim area. Just check in at the Transportation Podium and the attendant can help you out. This airport is not as large or busy as Miami's airport, so you should have no problems getting a cab quickly.

The standardized taxi rates are $2.50 for the first 1/6 mile and .40 cents for each additional 1/6 mile, OR per minute of waiting time. There is a $10 minimum fare for trips that begin at the airport.

Estimated Taxi Rates from Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport:

  • Port Everglades - $9
  • Pompano Beach - $33
  • Deerfield Beach - $42
  • Coral Springs - $51
  • Miami International Airport - $55
  • Port of Miami - $75

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