The short answer
Use the earliest required terminal arrival. If flights are far apart, compare two independently timed rides. Compare the full cost of one vehicle with all stops against the total for two rides.
Set an airport arrival time for each group
Record the local flight date, operating airline, flight number and airport code. Work back from each airline’s recommended arrival, bag-drop and boarding deadlines. A flight after midnight may require pickup on the previous date.
Which date applies after midnight?
Use the local flight date on the ticket and confirm the pickup date separately.
When one ride works
Use the earliest required terminal arrival. Ask the provider to confirm each drop-off and its order, and allow time for the later stops. Check when the later group can drop its bags and whether it is comfortable waiting at the airport.
Can one driver stop at two terminals?
Ask the provider to confirm both stops, their order and the total fare.
When to split the pickups
If flights are far apart, compare two independently timed rides. Ask the hotel where the later group may wait after checkout, whether bags can be stored and when they can be collected. Use the actual hotel entrance and allow for traffic on each ride.
Assign passengers and bags to each ride
List adults, children, seats, luggage and mobility equipment separately. On a shared ride, label bags by terminal and check each group has all its items before the vehicle leaves.
Confirm each ride in writing
Compare the full cost of one vehicle with all stops against the total for two rides. Get separate pickup times, meeting points, contact details and change terms. If one flight changes, ask which pickup needs reconfirmation.
One transfer or two?
| Your situation | What to confirm |
|---|---|
| When one ride works | Use the earliest required terminal arrival. |
| When to split the pickups | If flights are far apart, compare two independently timed rides. |
| Assign passengers and bags to each ride | List adults, children, seats, luggage and mobility equipment separately. |
Before requesting your quote
- Record the local flight date, operating airline, flight number, airport code and terminal.
- Use the earliest required terminal arrival.
- If flights are far apart, compare two independently timed rides.
- List adults, children, seats, luggage and mobility equipment separately.
- Compare the full cost of one vehicle with all stops against the total for two rides.
Copy this enquiry checklist
Copy, fill in and send these details in your request. Do not post personal travel details publicly.
Ride A: flight, local flight date, airport and terminal, pickup date and time, entrance, passengers, bags, seats and assistance. Please confirm each ride, total fare and change terms. Ride B: flight, local flight date, airport and terminal, pickup date and time, entrance, passengers, bags, seats and assistance. Please confirm each ride, total fare and change terms.
Sources and scope
Compare the full cost of one vehicle with all stops against the total for two rides. Get separate pickup times, meeting points, contact details and change terms. If one flight changes, ask which pickup needs reconfirmation.