Airport Transfer Time

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  1. keiwe

    keiwe Regular Registered Member

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    I've tried to search and I wasn't able to quickly find out how long it will take to get from the airport to TTR with a private transfer. If our flight was landing at 3:45 pm, what is a realistic time to expect to arrive at the resort? (ie getting through customs, getting bags etc. and then the drive) Also how much time would we save by hiring a private transfer vs taking the included airport transfer with Nolitours? We have almost always paid the extra for a private transfer, but we have been burnt before too at other destinations, so any info in regards to Cancun airport to TTR would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, :icon_smile:
     
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    I don't remember how long it took on our shared transfer there, but I can tell you this: The resort is near the end of the strip - farthest from the airport. If you are sharing the ride, there's a really good chance you'll have to stop numerous times before getting to Temptations, and that's where the private transfer speed is really noticed.
    We're going with USA Transfers provate shared van this time (4 of us) and expect to save at least 30-45 minutes (considering last time, we had to stop at 3 other resorts to unload passengers before getting to TTR!).
     
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    We always use USA Transfers and it takes 5-10 minutes for them to bring a vehicle around once you check in with them. Then another 20 minutes to TTR. We would not do it any other way.

    As far as clearing immigration and customs, it varies depending upon how many planes land around the same time. The last few trips we've been through immigration in about 15 minutes. Customs on the other hand has been the bottleneck and can take up to 1/2 hr or more.

    We have been at TTR in less than an hour after landing a few times.
     
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    Enough said!!!! Think USA Transfers is without a doubt the way to go. I especially like not having to jump on a bus so early on the day of departure. We already have our seats for the return flight, so there is no super rush to get there early in able to sit together either. Thanks for all the info guys, much appreciated.
     
  5. kristinanddoug

    kristinanddoug Cancun Party Expert Registered Member

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    Yes, you are right about that. When staying at Temptation, USA Transfers is the only way to go. It took us an hour from the time we landed until we were checking in at Temptation.
     
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    FLHX_HOG I can choose my own title Registered Member

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    2nd, 3rd and 4th this. That is what we did, similar time frame and will use them every time we go.
     
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    That's correct.

    With shared you'll take the long way round as you drive the entire length of the strip dropping people off at other hotels as you go. With private you'll miss out the strip and take the shortcut through downtown direct to the hotel.
     
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    We used the service that will let you charge it to your room at TTR, but I can't remember the name. We paid $83 for round trip private transfer and that was the best way to go, only took about 15 -20 minutes to get to TTR, and that was due to a bit of construction traffic. They were waiting for us outside the airport, and were right on time to pick us up at TTR. We tipped $10 each way because the guys were so nice. I want to say it is Trans something - ugh - I will try to find my confirmation email with their name.
     
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    Here is what I got in the email from them, should be all you need to book a transfer:

    THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN TRANSBEACH!

    TRANSBEACH IS OFFICIAL TRANSFER COMPANY FOR ORIGINAL RESORTS GROUP
    (SEA ADVENTURE, Temptation RESORT, Desire RIVIERA MAYA)

    WE OFFER PRIVATE AND DIRECT TRANSFERS
    -Temptation

    One Way: APTO-HOTEL: $45 USD
    Round Trip: APTO-HOTEL-APTO: $83USD

    Note: Price per van up to 6 passengers

    To book your transfer please fill in your details below and send it to our email: transbeach5@originalresorts.com

    Your Name and Hotel:

    ARRIVAL DETAILS:
    1. - DAY
    2. - AIRLINE
    3. - FLIGHT NUMBER
    4. - ARRIVAL TIME

    DEPARTURE DETAILS:
    1. - DAY
    2.-AIRLINE
    3.-FLIGHT NUMBER
    4.- DEPARTURE TIME

    Number of passengers:

    Please guaranty your payment by providing CARD DETAILS: (VISA, MASTERD CARD)

    1. - CREDIT CARD HOLDER:
    2. - CARD NUMBER:
    3. - EXP. DATE:
    4. - SEC. CODE:

    OR IF YOU WISH WE CAN DO THE CHARGE TO YOUR ROOM ON ARRIVAL.


    We thank you for your preference and look forward to hear from you.



    SALUDOS CORDIALES
    KIND REGARDS

    AURORA GUADALUPE MARIN
    Reservaciones
    Reservations
    Vip Transfers Company
    Original Resorts
    transbeach5@originalresorts.com
    Tel.:(52) 9988 817900 Xt. 7088
    LADA SIN COSTO - TOLL FREE
    México : 01 800 215 1000 Ext. 7088
    USA: 1 888 201 7551 Xt. 7088
    Canada : 01 800 655 9311 Xt. 7088
     
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