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Who wouldn't want to take this train to the airport?!

It’s Fourth of July weekend and that means cars, trains, plane and automobiles: which one will you take? If you decide to get on the jet, we have investigated the best cost-effective methods of getting you there.

What is the cheapest and easiest way to get to the airport with a family? Is it driving and using parking services, car service or public transportation?  Often it depends on the length of stay and how many children you are transporting.  We uncovered some local cabs, asked about parking and determined if the MTA is the way to go. We hope this will help your pre-travels and make at least one component of your flight a little easier. We would also love to hear your transportation and kids experiences in the comments section.

LAGUARDIA AIRPORT- LGA

Car Service:

Legends Car Service
(718) 788-1234
$47 plus tip – car seats are an additional $5/per seat (they have both infant and toddler)
45-60 minutes from Ditmas Park to the airport
**our favorite. The cars in generally in above average shape and the drivers we have had have been extraordinarily polite.

Arecibo Car Service
(718) 783-6465
$35 plus tip – car seats are and additional $5/per seat (they have both infant and toddler) but you have to call one day ahead to book the car seats
45-60 minutes from Ditmas Park to the airport

Parking Services:
“AirportParkingReservations.com
$16.00-18.75/per day
They generally have the lowest rates.

La Guardia Airport Parking Garage
$33.00/per day

Public Transportation:

From Brooklyn – Information from NY Subway.com

Take the N or W to Queens to the Astoria Boulevard Stop or one of the three 125 Street stations in Manhattan that serve 4,5 and 6 lines, 2 and 3 lines or the A,B,C,D lines.

When exiting one of these stations, take the M60 MTA directly to LaGuardia.
$2.50/per person
1.5-2 hours – depending on the MTA schedule and bus traffic.

JOHN F. KENNEDY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT- JFK

Car Service:

Legends Car Service
(718) 788-1234
$42 plus tip – car seats are an additional $5/per seat (they have both infant and toddler)
30-45 minutes from Ditmas Park to the airport
**our favorite. The cars in generally in above average shape and the drivers we have had have been extraordinarily polite.

Arecibo Car Service
(718) 783-6465
$40 plus tip – car seats are and additional $5/per seat (they have both infant and toddler) but you have to call one day ahead to book the car seats
30-45 minutes from Ditmas Park to the airport

Parking Services:
“AirportParkingReservations.com
$12.95/per day
They generally have the lowest rates.

Long-Term Parking at JFK
$18 for up to 24 hours
$6 for each 8-hour period over first 24 hours

Short-Term Parking at JFK
$3 for the first half hour
$6 for up to 1 hour
$3 for each additional half hour, up to $33 maximum each 24-hour period

Express Shuttle USA – Information from NY.com
One-way fare is $14. The buses run from 7am to 11:30 pm to locations in Manhattan from 23rd to 125th Streets. When you arrive at the airport, go to the ground transportation desk. A shuttle bus will come to pick you up within twenty minutes of your arrival. For exact schedules call (212) 315-3006 or (800) 451-0455.

New York Airport Service Express Bus:

The bus costs $15, which you pay in cash to the bus driver. The busses operate once every 30 minutes between 6am and midnight. For exact schedules call (718) 875-8200. The bus stops at Grand Central Terminal, 125 Park Avenue (between) 40 and 41st Streets), The Eighth Avenue and 42nd St. Wing of The Port Authority Bus Terminal and Penn Station, 34th Street (betw. 7th and 8th Avenues).

Public Transportation:

From Brooklyn:

Take the A train going to Far Rockaway or the E, J or Z to Sutphin Blvd. There is an additional $5 charge for the AirTrain. Children under 5 ride free.
$2.50/per person
1.5-2 hours – depending on the MTA schedule and traffic.

NEWARK LIBERTY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT – EWR

Car Service:

Legends Car Service
(718) 788-1234
$50 plus tip – car seats are an additional $5/per seat (they have both infant and toddler)
30-45 minutes from Ditmas Park to the airport
**our favorite. The cars in generally in above average shape and the drivers we have had have been extraordinarily polite.

Arecibo Car Service
(718) 783-6465
$46 plus tip – car seats are and additional $5/per seat (they have both infant and toddler) but you have to reserve one day in advance
45-60 minutes to an hour from Ditmas Park to the airport

Parking Services:
AirportParkingReservations.com
$7.00-12.00/per day

Newark Parking Garage
Short Term Parking
$3 for the first half hour or part
$6 for up to 1 hour

Long Term Parking
First 24 hours: $18 for up to 24 hours
Over First 24 hours: $6 for each 8-hour period or part thereafter

AviStar Newark
Outdoor Self Park/Daily From: $12.50
Indoor Valet/Daily From: $15.00

Public Transportation:

From Brooklyn – Information from Pany.NJ.com

There are numerous public transportation options both to and from Newark. Here are some of your options.

AirTrain:
AirTrain Newark connects NJ TRANSIT and AmTrak with Newark Liberty International Airport. The AirTrain is $5.50 per person and children under 11 are free. For additional information, please visit: AirTrain Newark .

Train Service:
For train schedules to and from Newark Liberty visit:
www.amtrak.com
www.njtransit.com
www.airtrainnewark.com

Bus Service:
Bus service is available through NJ Transit Bus Lines 37, 40, 62, 67. For schedules and information, visit the NJ TRANSIT website.
Newark Airport Express Bus

EZ Ride Meadowlands Airport Express is also available for customers traveling between the Meadowlands area and Newark Liberty International Airport. For more information or reservations, please call (866) 208-1307.

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