An airport taxi doesn't have to be expensive. With the right strategies, you can save 50-150 ILS per ride — which adds up to 1,000+ ILS per year for frequent travelers. Here are 10 proven tactics.
1. Book in Advance — Always
Pre-booked taxis have fixed, agreed prices. Last-minute taxis from the street or airport can cost 1.5-2x more, often with hidden surcharges you won't know about until the end.
Potential savings: 30-100 ILS per ride.
2. Pay Cash — Zero Surcharge
Cash is the cheapest payment method:
- Bit: +20 ILS flat fee
- Credit card (business only): +₪50
- Cash: 0% surcharge
Savings: 20-100 ILS per ride.
3. Share Rides
Flight at the same time? Coworkers? Neighbors? Take one large vehicle together instead of two separate taxis.
| Situation | 2 separate taxis | One 6-7 vehicle | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 people, TA → TLV | 2 × ₪150 = ₪300 | ₪220 | ₪80 |
| 6 people, Jerusalem → TLV | 2 × ₪320 = ₪640 | ₪420 | ₪220 |
4. Avoid Peak Hours
Rush hours are morning (5-9 AM) and evening (16-19). Heavy traffic adds time (and night surcharge if it goes past 21:00). When possible, schedule flights 10:00-15:00.
5. Only Pay at the End
6. Plan Your Stops
One stop within 3 km — free with us. But 4 stops across different areas can add 50-100 ILS. Plan ahead who's getting picked up where.
7. Choose the Right Vehicle
- 1-3 pax, moderate luggage: Sedan (₪150)
- 4 pax, more luggage: Station wagon (often same price as sedan!)
- 5-6 pax: Large taxi (₪220) — cheaper than 2 sedans
- 7+ pax: Large taxi or minibus
- 12-16 pax: Minibus (₪450) — one fixed vehicle price
8. Avoid Shabbat/Holiday Surcharges When Possible
Shabbat surcharge: +25%. Holiday surcharge: +25%. If your flight is on Shabbat/holiday — not much you can do. But if you have date flexibility — shift by one day and save tens of shekels.
9. Get a Corporate Account if You Travel Frequently
For freelancers and businesses — we offer a Business plan with discounts, NET-60 invoice, and centralized management. Travel 4+ times a month? Contact us for special rates.
10. Book via WhatsApp Instead of Phone
It may sound odd, but WhatsApp is better:
- You see the price in writing — no "okay, that's ₪200? No, it's ₪250" mid-ride
- Send details once — no need to repeat
- Creates documentation of the booking
- Faster — usually price and confirmation within 5 minutes
Bonus: 3 Things That DON'T Save Money (despite popular belief)
- "Walking to the main street": Doesn't save anything. Our price is the same whether pickup is at home or 50 meters away.
- "Booking two separate taxis": Usually MORE expensive than one large vehicle.
- "Asking the driver to lower the price": Prices are fixed. A driver who lowers price is a red flag (maybe unregistered).
Bottom line: Saving money doesn't mean sacrificing quality. With early booking, smart vehicle choice, cash payment, and ride sharing — you can save tens to hundreds of shekels easily.