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How reliable is Uber to get to airport?

The availability of an UBER for an airport trip will depend on the time. If you're traveling at a “normal” time, it shouldn't take more than 10–15 minutes to get an UBER. However, if you have a very early morning flight (5:30am or so), there may not be nearly as many cars available and it's possible you won't find one.



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Uber will actively monitor all active cars at the time requested to find a ride for you but cannot guarantee a ride. In big cities and busy areas, there will likely be cars available throughout the day and night, but in the exceptional case that no drivers are available, you will be notified immediately.

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You can tip your driver once your trip is complete. Tips are neither expected nor required. After a trip has ended, you have 30 days to add a tip in the app, on riders.uber.com, and from your emailed trip receipt. When can I tip my delivery partner?

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How much should you tip Uber drivers? Similar to tipping for other services, like getting a massage or going to the nail salon, the rule of thumb is to tip 20%, says Sokolosky. So if your ride costs $30—an average cost for a moderate trip in most cities—then you'll tip $6, for a total of $36.

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Pros and Cons of Lyft and Uber There are some key differences between Uber and Lyft. Uber can be less expensive than Lyft for the average journey—research suggests that Uber is the cheaper company, with the average trip costing $20 compared with the $27 you would spend for an average Lyft trip.

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Pro Tips: Getting an Uber at the Airport!
  1. Wait until you've snagged your luggage from the baggage claim to fire up the app and request your ride. ...
  2. Don't hesitate to call or text your driver to coordinate your exact pickup location.


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Perfect for travel
  1. Reserve. Tap the Reserve icon in your updated Uber app. Reserve at least 30 minutes in advance.
  2. Receive confirmation. Reference your reservation details in the app and review your assigned driver as your trip nears. ...
  3. Ride. Meet your driver outside within the wait time included in your reservation.


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The reason why requesting a ride from an airport is expensive is because of the marked up rates and airport surcharge ($4 USD). So how much can you actually save with this Uber airport fare hack you're about to learn? The best way to show this is through an example from New York's LaGuardia Airport (LGA).

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Of course, there's always the option of conversation as well. Luggage assistance: you can alert your driver if you'd like help with your luggage, whether you're unloading your suitcases at the airport or packing them up at the hotel.

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If you have more than the equivalent of two travel suitcases, you need to have an Uber XL or Uber SUV chosen. Most drivers can fit four equipment suitcases in a car trunk or if necessary, the driver can fold the seats down. But it is best to choose an XL when you have a family of suitcases.

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If you have more than the equivalent of two travel suitcases, you need to have an Uber XL or Uber SUV chosen. Most drivers can fit four equipment suitcases in a car trunk or if necessary, the driver can fold the seats down. But it is best to choose an XL when you have a family of suitcases.

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Tipping is optional. You are free to add a tip, and drivers are free to accept tips. How do I leave my driver a tip? The easiest way to tip your driver is through the app.

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How much should you tip your Uber driver? You should tip Uber ride 10% - 20% of your ride payment as a common courtesy.

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4. Be a back-seat rider. Whenever possible, sit in the back seat, especially if you're riding alone. This helps ensure that you can safely exit on either side of the vehicle to avoid moving traffic, and it gives you and your driver some personal space.

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You can pay for rides by cash or card. To pay for rides by card, first add the card in the app. You can add up to 5 cards.

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Sometimes a driver may not be in the area and the ride would just get cancelled and Uber would send you a notification that no driver responded to the ride. All Uber does for a scheduled ride is try and time it right with a nearby driver to pick you up close to the time you put in the app. There are no guarantees.

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Make sure to book a Reserve trip more than two hours prior to your departure to access the full benefits of the trip. To book a Reserve trip, go to the Uber app on your mobile device and: Select Reserve on the home page in the app. Enter your trip information and select your ride of choice.

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