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Airport taxi fares range from $19-78 (east) and $19-65 (west). Limousine fares are $21-86 (east) and $21-72 (west). Fares out of town are typically $1.55/km (taxi) and $1.45/km (limousine).

Airport taxi fares range from $19-78 (east) and $19-65 (west). Limousine fares are $21-86 (east) and $21-72 (west). Fares out of town are typically $1.55/km (taxi) and $1.45/km (limousine).



* '''Taxis''' to [[Toronto/Downtown|downtown Toronto]] run a flat rate of $53 (other areas of the city vary but are also flat rate,) while airport limousines go slightly higher ($58 to downtown Toronto). Limousines are generally slightly larger (though not stretched), most are dark-blue Lincoln Town Cars and a bit more comfortable than taxis. As the airport is not in Toronto, regular Toronto city cabs do not pick up fares at the Pearson air terminals. Government approved rates can be found
online
[http://torontopearson.com/en/toandfrom/taxilimo].

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* '''Taxis''' to [[Toronto/Downtown|downtown Toronto]] run a flat rate of $53 (other areas of the city vary but are also flat rate,) while airport limousines go slightly higher ($58 to downtown Toronto). Limousines are generally slightly larger (though not stretched), most are dark-blue Lincoln Town Cars and a bit more comfortable than taxis. As the airport is not in Toronto, regular Toronto city cabs do not pick up fares at the Pearson air terminals. Government approved rates can be found [http://torontopearson.com/en/toandfrom/taxilimo
online
].

*'''Fake taxis''' (also called '''"Gypsy Cabs"''' by the locals) are frequently found congregating around Pearson Airport. If a driver approaches you inside the arrivals hall and asks if you need a ride, and you didn't arrange a car in advance, they are definitely unlicensed (legitimate cab drivers are prohibited by law from entering the terminal building to look for passengers.) While the risk of being a victim of crime as an unlicensed taxi passenger is very low, it should be noted that drivers and their vehicles are not held to the same safety and maintenance standards as their licensed counterparts. If you decide to patronize a Gypsy Cab, proceed at your own risk and be sure to agree on a fare in advance!

*'''Fake taxis''' (also called '''"Gypsy Cabs"''' by the locals) are frequently found congregating around Pearson Airport. If a driver approaches you inside the arrivals hall and asks if you need a ride, and you didn't arrange a car in advance, they are definitely unlicensed (legitimate cab drivers are prohibited by law from entering the terminal building to look for passengers.) While the risk of being a victim of crime as an unlicensed taxi passenger is very low, it should be noted that drivers and their vehicles are not held to the same safety and maintenance standards as their licensed counterparts. If you decide to patronize a Gypsy Cab, proceed at your own risk and be sure to agree on a fare in advance!

*'''Uber''' cars provide transport to and from the airport. Currently, only the '''Uber Black''' and '''Uber SUV''' services are available, sometimes using the same vehicles as the existing limo service but at a premium price (UberBlack for $88 to $115, UberSUV $100 to $128, of which $15 per ride goes to the Greater Toronto Airports Authority).<!-- http://www.thestar.com/business/2015/05/27/airport-limo-drivers-protest-uber-pick-up-deal.html --> UberX to downtown Toronto used to cost about $55 (excluding tips), slightly cheaper than a metered cab, but is no longer available.

*'''Uber''' cars provide transport to and from the airport. Currently, only the '''Uber Black''' and '''Uber SUV''' services are available, sometimes using the same vehicles as the existing limo service but at a premium price (UberBlack for $88 to $115, UberSUV $100 to $128, of which $15 per ride goes to the Greater Toronto Airports Authority).<!-- http://www.thestar.com/business/2015/05/27/airport-limo-drivers-protest-uber-pick-up-deal.html --> UberX to downtown Toronto used to cost about $55 (excluding tips), slightly cheaper than a metered cab, but is no longer available.

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