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Airport
Flat Rates

Discounted Flat Rates

Waikiki, Ko Olina, Turtle Bay, Downtown, Kakaako

Charley’s Taxi Minivan flat rates are the most cost-effective way to go to and from Honolulu International Airport. Enjoy a spacious, family friendly, and economical ride. You’ll save money and enjoy peace of mind because these discounted, fixed rates don’t change if there’s bad traffic. You’ll save time because we’ll take you directly to your hotel, unlike the shuttles.

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Waikiki
Aulani/Ko Olina
Ritz Carlton/Turtle Bay
Downtown
Kakaako

$38
$78
$149
$28
$33

Waikiki to/from Airport flat rate is available 24 hours. All other flat rates are available from 5am to 9pm, with meter rates applying from 9pm to 5am. See below for more details.

Meter rate estimates and booking anywhere on Oahu

HNL meter and flat rate arrival bookings are “will call.” We need you to call or use our online portal upon arrival to dispatch your taxi.
Click here for more information about using the portal.

AIRPORT RULES AND
WAIT TIMES

Flat Rate Booking:

  • Last-minute (on demand) bookings are picked up based on availability and location.

  • Pick-ups booked in advance are priority dispatched.

  • Discounted Flat Rates are one way, per car, and do not include stops or route deviations. Valid for up to 4 passengers with 1 suitcase & 1 carry-on per person, or up to 5 passengers with no bags. Drivers are required by law to run the meter on Flat Rate trips and will adjust the final meter rate down to the appropriate Flat Rate at the end of the trip. Driver will charge regular meter rate for the trip if any stops or route deviations are requested. No other discounts apply to Flat Rates. Gratuity is not included in fares. Tipping is optional. If you’re satisfied with your driver’s services, a tip of 15-20% is appreciated.

International arrivals:

  • If you’re having trouble with the Airport’s WiFi or the Arrival Portal page, there is a courtesy phone to the right of the FIT exit. Please ask the operator to connect you to Charley’s Taxi.

Airport Flat Rates Include:

  • Fare between Honolulu International Airport and your hotel. Round trip service also available.

  • 4.712% State of Hawaii General Excise Tax.

  • 7% Hawaii DOT Pre-Arranged Ground Transportation Pick-Up Tax.

  • $2.60 fuel surcharge per trip.

  • 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on per person - No Charge

Not included in flat rates:

  • $6.38 extra charge for each bicycle, golf bag, surfboard, or items over 80 pounds, more than 4ft in length, or over 10 cubic feet in size.

  • $0.75 per bag over the capacity stated above (ie. a 5th bag for a minivan, a 7th bag for a large SUV, etc.).

  • Gratuity is not included.

  • City and State park fees as well as parking costs.

  • Passengers who damage or soil the taxi will be responsible for the cost of repairs and/or OSHA compliant cleaning.

24 hour flat rates:

  • Waikiki to or from Airport & Hospitals.

  • Aulani to or from Hospitals

All other flat rates are available from 5am to 9pm only, with meter rates applying from 9pm to 5am.

Regarding the possibility of delays and waiting times:

  • Last minute discounted flat rate airport pick-ups are dispatched “on-demand” and are based on availability of drivers.

  • We typically dispatch at least 20 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time. Our goal is to be ready to pick you up 5-10 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time.

  • Though infrequent, during peak periods or when traffic is very heavy, discounted flat rate airport pick-ups may be delayed 10-20 minutes. Even if your pick-up is delayed, we will pick you up. Feel free to call 808-233-3333 to confirm or ask for an ETA.

  • Our VIP and Priority Reservation services pre-assign a driver to you. Your driver will monitor your flight’s arrival time and be standing by for you. We’ll provide your driver’s contact info to make coordinating your pick-up easier.

  • Weather, accidents, and parades that close streets or cause severe traffic delays are beyond our control.

It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure any belongings in the main seating compartment of the vehicle are securely packed and fastened, and that any breakable items are protected while in our vehicles. Your driver is an independent contractor. Charley’s Taxi assumes no liability in the event of damage, loss or theft of any such property (including but not limited to luggage and golf bag wheels and handles) and will not be responsible for losses incurred, including but not limited to, loss of future profit, potential income, and additional expenses or losses incurred as a result of lost or stolen baggage or personal property.

Due to traffic congestion and delays, Charley’s Taxi may suspend Flat Rates and revert to taxi meter rates on Halloween, Black Friday, and New Year’s Eve (from 4pm on 12/31 to 6am on 1/1). We may also suspend Flat Rates 2 hours before, during, and 2 hours following major Holidays, Sporting Events, Concerts, and major road closures.