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You can reach Quaid–E–Azam International Airport from Karachi city center by using a bus or minibus. However, using a means of public transportation can make you lose time even though it is the most affordable transportation alternative. If you decide to use a faster transportation vehicle, you can get on a taxi. Renting a car is another option.

Car Rental

There are many car rental companies offering service in the city center. Most of them are local companies. In Pakistan, traffic is generally heavy and complicated. For this reason, tourists are advised to rent a car with a driver by contacting a reliable company. You can get help from your hotel about this issue before your travel. You should drive on the highway N5 and take the Jinnah Terminal Road in order to reach the airport. You can get to Quaid–E–Azam International Airport in about half an hour under normal traffic conditions by following the airport directions.

Bus / Minibus

It is possible to reach the airport in approximately one hour by getting on an airport bus in the city center. One-way ticket price of these buses is 50 Pakistani Rupee per passenger. There are also minibuses carrying passengers to the airport from the city center. These vehicles are cheaper but tourists may be charged higher amounts. In addition, minibuses are very crowded. For these reasons, buses are more preferred by foreign visitors.

Taxi

Travelling to the airport from the city center lasts about half an hour. You should bargain over the fare before getting on any taxi. The cost of travelling to the airport from the city center is about 300 – 500 Pakistani Rupee.

Airport Information

Quaid–E–Azam International Airport, which is known as Jinnah International Airport shortly, is located 14 km east of the city center. There are foreign exchange office, ATMs and baggage rooms at the airport. In addition, there are restaurants and cafes where you can try local tastes as well as the delicacies from the world cuisine. You can do shopping at the stores where you can find various products specific to Pakistan like carpet and rugs. There is also a duty-free shop at the airport. There is a mosque near the airport parking area. Although there is not any hotel within the building, you can stay at Ramada Plaza Hotel located 1 km of the airport.

Benito Juarez International Airport is located 10 km from downtown Mexico City. There are a variety of transportation alternatives available to get to the city from the airport. You can get to the city center from the airport by public transportation, such as the metro and metrobus, as well as other transportation alternatives like taxis, shuttles, and rental cars. 

Public Transportation

Public transportation alternatives, like the metro and metrobus, provide convenient and quick transportation from the airport to almost every part of the city. Metro Line 5 departs from the Terminal Aerea Station, which is a short distance from the airport. Metro Line 5 provides transportation to the city and access to other metro lines and bus stops. From Mexico City International Airport the fee for the metro is 3 pesos.

Metrobus Line 4 provides transportation directly from the airport to the city center. The metrobus is accessible from Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. The metrobus passes by major stops along the way where passengers can transfer to the metro or regional buses. From Mexico City International Airport the fee for the metrobus is 30 pesos per person, per ride. Keep in mind that the metro and metrobus can get quite crowded, especially during rush hour. If you have excess luggage public transportation can be a troublesome alternative. For more information on the metro and metrobus routes please visit Mexico City International Airport’s website.

Taxi

Taxis are a more expensive options when compared to public transportation but they are more comfortable and convenient. Taxis fares are affordable in general. Taxis are easily accessible at the terminal exits of the airport. First, passengers must purchase a taxi ticket from the taxi ticket counters inside the terminal buildings. Taxis are available 24 hours a day, every day of the week. For more information on authorized taxis and rates please visit Mexico City International Airport’s website.

Shuttle Services

Shuttle services provide comfortable transportation to the city center from Mexico City International Airport. Taking a shuttle service ensures a reliable ride so you can sit back and relax on your way to the city. Shuttle services are both an affordable and quick transportation alternative. For more information on shuttle services please visit Mexico City International Airport’s website.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another convenient method of transportation to get to the city center from Mexico City International Airport, especially since the airport is located in such close proximity to the city. There are various rental car companies located at the airport. You can also book your vehicle in advance by making a reservation online. Renting a car is also a great option for getting around in the city and the surrounding areas during you trip.