Uber (Shared Car)
Guide to Uber (car sharing) services at Canadian airports
1、 Service types and characteristics
Regular Uber services
Instant ride hailing: Major airports in Canada, such as Toronto Pearson International Airport, support Uber pick-up. Drivers usually wait in designated drop off areas (i.e. stop and depart zones) at the airport, and passengers need to provide specific locations (such as pillar numbers) for quick location.
Vehicle selection: Provides options such as economy (UberX) and multi person travel (UberXL) to meet different numbers of people and luggage needs.
UberXXL (Ultra Large Vehicle)
Extra Large Space: Designed specifically for carrying large amounts of luggage or large families, the trunk capacity has significantly increased and can accommodate skis, multiple large suitcases, and more.
Coverage: More than 60 airports worldwide have launched this service, and some international airports in Canada (such as Toronto and Vancouver) may be applicable.
Uber Reserve (reservation service)
Advance planning: Supports inputting flight information in advance, and the system recommends the best pick-up and drop off time based on flight dynamics. If the flight is delayed, the pick-up arrangement can be automatically adjusted.
2、 Cost and usage suggestions
Cost transparency
Pricing standard: The cost is based on mileage, time, and vehicle type. The price of UberXXL is between UberXL and Uber Black, suitable for passengers with high space requirements.
Additional fees: Night service (22:00-08:00 the next day) may incur additional charges, subject to local standards.
Precautions for boarding points
Avoid taxi areas: Boarding should be done in designated shared car areas (such as drop off areas) at the airport to avoid mixing with taxis and incurring additional fees or delays.
3、 Booking and Usage Process
Instant ride hailing
After landing, place an order directly through the Uber app, and the driver will go to the agreed location based on real-time positioning.
It is necessary to keep the network unobstructed in order to receive driver contact information.
Advance reservation
Using the Uber Reserve feature, enter the flight number and luggage quantity, and the system matches the vehicle model and locks in the price.
If the flight delay exceeds 2 hours, please contact customer service to adjust the order.
4、 Advantage comparison
Advantages of Service Types Applicable Scenarios
UberX 1-4 people, affordable with a small amount of luggage, instant response.
UberXXL can accommodate 5-6 people, with a large trunk space for large luggage or family travel, covering airports worldwide.
Uber Reserve needs to dynamically adjust the pick-up time for pre planned flight transfers to reduce the risk of delays.
5、 Precautions
Confirm vehicle capacity: If carrying special items such as skis or baby strollers, it is recommended to choose UberXXL or communicate with the driver in advance.
Verify license plate information: Before boarding, verify that the vehicle license plate matches the display on the app to ensure safety.
Note: Uber has high service flexibility and price transparency at Canadian airports. It is recommended to choose the appropriate vehicle model based on flight schedules and luggage requirements.