Lyft
The Low Cost Lyft
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Manhattan to La Guardia Airport | $32-$70 |
Manhattan to John F Kennedy International Airport | $60-$130 |
Manhattan to Newark Liberty International Airport | $74-$140 |
Manhattan to New York | $45-$51 |
Manhattan to Hoboken | $49-$56 |
Manhattan to Union City | $50-$57 |
Manhattan to North Bergen | $53-$59 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $7.30 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.39 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.55 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.71 |
Uber UBERX
Economy Personal Ride
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Manhattan to La Guardia Airport | $37-$62 |
Manhattan to John F Kennedy International Airport | $65-$109 |
Manhattan to Newark Liberty International Airport | $83-$126 |
Manhattan to New York | $50-$55 |
Manhattan to Union City | $56-$61 |
Manhattan to Hoboken | $57-$63 |
Manhattan to North Bergen | $62-$68 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $7.19 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.55 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.71 |
uberWAV
Wheelchair Accessible Ride
Extra Spacious
Handicap Accessible
Economy
Top Rates Drivers
Extra Trunk Space
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Manhattan to La Guardia Airport | $37-$62 |
Manhattan to John F Kennedy International Airport | $65-$109 |
Manhattan to Newark Liberty International Airport | $83-$126 |
Manhattan to New York | $50-$55 |
Manhattan to Union City | $56-$61 |
Manhattan to Hoboken | $57-$63 |
Manhattan to North Bergen | $62-$68 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $7.19 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.55 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.71 |
Uber Green
Emission-free, affordable, everyday ride
Economy
Seats 3
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Manhattan to La Guardia Airport | $37-$58 |
Manhattan to John F Kennedy International Airport | $65-$112 |
Manhattan to Newark Liberty International Airport | $83-$121 |
Manhattan to New York | $50-$54 |
Manhattan to Union City | $56-$61 |
Manhattan to Hoboken | $57-$63 |
Manhattan to North Bergen | $62-$68 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $7.19 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.55 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.71 |
UberX Car Seat
UberX with a Car Seat
Kids Car Seats
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Manhattan to La Guardia Airport | $48-$74 |
Manhattan to John F Kennedy International Airport | $76-$122 |
Manhattan to Newark Liberty International Airport | $93-$138 |
Manhattan to New York | $61-$67 |
Manhattan to Union City | $66-$73 |
Manhattan to Hoboken | $68-$74 |
Manhattan to North Bergen | $72-$80 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $7.19 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.55 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.71 |
Uber Pet
Economy Personal Ride
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Manhattan to La Guardia Airport | $41-$67 |
Manhattan to John F Kennedy International Airport | $70-$114 |
Manhattan to Newark Liberty International Airport | $87-$131 |
Manhattan to New York | $54-$60 |
Manhattan to Union City | $60-$66 |
Manhattan to Hoboken | $61-$68 |
Manhattan to North Bergen | $66-$73 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $7.19 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.55 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.71 |
Uber Comfort
Extra Leg Room Vehicle
Extra Spacious
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Manhattan to La Guardia Airport | $39-$70 |
Manhattan to John F Kennedy International Airport | $69-$121 |
Manhattan to Newark Liberty International Airport | $83-$132 |
Manhattan to New York | $53-$58 |
Manhattan to Union City | $58-$64 |
Manhattan to Hoboken | $60-$66 |
Manhattan to North Bergen | $65-$72 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $9.00 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.77 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.81 |
Lyft XL
Economy Cars for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Manhattan to La Guardia Airport | $42-$80 |
Manhattan to John F Kennedy International Airport | $74-$154 |
Manhattan to Newark Liberty International Airport | $90-$160 |
Manhattan to Hoboken | $54-$61 |
Manhattan to Union City | $54-$63 |
Manhattan to New York | $57-$65 |
Manhattan to North Bergen | $60-$67 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $9.43 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.39 |
Cost Per Mile | $2.11 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.71 |
UberXL
Low Cost Ride for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Manhattan to La Guardia Airport | $46-$75 |
Manhattan to Newark Liberty International Airport | $89-$140 |
Manhattan to John F Kennedy International Airport | $83-$149 |
Manhattan to Union City | $61-$67 |
Manhattan to Hoboken | $63-$69 |
Manhattan to New York | $67-$74 |
Manhattan to North Bergen | $69-$75 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $9.44 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $2.11 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.74 |
Uber Black
Luxury Black Car Service
Luxury
Top Rates Drivers
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Quiet Ride
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Manhattan to La Guardia Airport | $62-$124 |
Manhattan to Newark Liberty International Airport | $105-$204 |
Manhattan to John F Kennedy International Airport | $106-$263 |
Manhattan to Union City | $74-$82 |
Manhattan to Hoboken | $76-$84 |
Manhattan to North Bergen | $84-$92 |
Manhattan to New York | $89-$98 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $14.15 |
Base Fare | $6.96 |
Cancellation Fee | $10.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $2.74 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.84 |
Lyft Lux Black
Luxury Black Cars
Extra Spacious
Luxury
Top Rates Drivers
Extra Trunk Space
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Quiet Ride
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Manhattan to La Guardia Airport | $60-$86 |
Manhattan to John F Kennedy International Airport | $90-$165 |
Manhattan to Newark Liberty International Airport | $100-$185 |
Manhattan to Hoboken | $64-$72 |
Manhattan to Union City | $65-$74 |
Manhattan to New York | $70-$80 |
Manhattan to North Bergen | $71-$79 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $13.47 |
Base Fare | $6.95 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.39 |
Cost Per Mile | $2.74 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.84 |
Lyft Lux Black XL
Luxury Black Cars for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Luxury
Top Rates Drivers
Extra Trunk Space
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Manhattan to La Guardia Airport | $74-$140 |
Manhattan to John F Kennedy International Airport | $140-$235 |
Manhattan to Newark Liberty International Airport | $140-$220 |
Manhattan to Hoboken | $86-$97 |
Manhattan to Union City | $87-$99 |
Manhattan to North Bergen | $96-$107 |
Manhattan to New York | $102-$115 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $22.45 |
Base Fare | $13.24 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.39 |
Cost Per Mile | $4.04 |
Cost Per Minute | $1.19 |
Uber Black SUV
Luxury Black Sport Utility Vehicle Service
Extra Spacious
Luxury
SUV
Top Rates Drivers
Extra Trunk Space
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Quiet Ride
Seats 6
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Manhattan to La Guardia Airport | $86-$177 |
Manhattan to Newark Liberty International Airport | $142-$284 |
Manhattan to John F Kennedy International Airport | $147-$369 |
Manhattan to Union City | $100-$110 |
Manhattan to Hoboken | $103-$113 |
Manhattan to North Bergen | $114-$125 |
Manhattan to New York | $127-$139 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $23.13 |
Base Fare | $13.25 |
Cancellation Fee | $10.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $4.04 |
Cost Per Minute | $1.19 |
Distance: 13.25 miles
Duration: 22 minutes
Cost of Driving: $2.50
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Average Fare Estimate
(Within City Limits)The cheapest service in Manhattan is Lyft, which is 16.49% cheaper than Uber, on average. Data is based on a large sample of fare estimates within Manhattan.Estimated Airport Fares
(From City Center)The cheapest trip from the center of Manhattan to a nearby airport is Lyft to La Guardia Airport at an average of $46.00Fares by Day of Week
(Within City Limits) The cheapest day for Uber rides is on Tuesday, while the most expensive day is on Thursday. Similarly, the cheapest day to use Lyft is on Tuesday, while the most expensive day to use the service is on Thursday.Average Price by Hour
The cheapest time for Lyft in Manhattan is around 4AM at $18.91, and the most expensive time is around 6PM at $32.06. The cheapest time for Uber is around 2AM at $24.46, and the most expensive time is around 6PM at $36.50.Average Uber Fare By Service
(Within City Limits)Average Lyft Fare By Service
(Within City Limits)Uber is available and running in Manhattan, NY. There are 15 levels of Uber service in Manhattan, NY, which are Black, Black Hourly, Black SUV, Black SUV Hourly, Car Seat, Comfort, Connect, Connect Bike, Uber Green, Uber Pet, UberX, UberXL, Vaccine Opportunity, WAV and WAV Scheduled.
Lyft is available and running in Manhattan, NY. There are 4 levels of Lyft service in Manhattan, NY, which are Lux, Luxsuv, Plus and Standard.
Assume you are taking a ride in Manhattan, NY to La Guardia Airport, which is 4.92 miles and takes 14 minutes. Lyft standard would be the same price as UberX. The estimated cost of both the Uber and Lyft ride is $17.57. The minimum fare for Uber and Lyft in Manhattan is $7.19.
The cost per mile for Uber Vaccine Opportunity is $1.46. The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $1.55. The cost per mile for UberX is $1.55. The cost per mile for Uber WAV is $1.55. The cost per mile for Uber WAV Scheduled is $1.55. The cost per mile for Uber Green is $1.55. The cost per mile for Uber Car Seat is $1.55. The cost per mile for Uber Pet is $1.55. The cost per mile for Uber Comfort is $1.77. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $2.11. The cost per mile for UberXL is $2.11. The cost per mile for Uber Connect Bike is $2.51. The cost per mile for Uber Connect is $2.51. The cost per mile for Lyft Lux is $2.74. The cost per mile for Uber Black is $2.74. The cost per mile for Uber Black Hourly is $2.74. The cost per mile for Lyft Luxsuv is $4.04. The cost per mile for Uber Black SUV is $4.04. The cost per mile for Uber Black SUV Hourly is $5.25.
Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in Manhattan and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Uber has more services than Lyft in Manhattan, NY, with a total of 15 compared to the 4 offered by Lyft.
While there certainly are risks to riding in a vehicle driven by a stranger, the vast majority of Uber and Lyft rides in Manhattan are safe. Both Uber and Lyft perform criminal background checks on drivers and have minimum requirements for vehicles. Both services utilize technology to determine if vehicles are driving off course, and allow you to share your ride location in real-time with a friend or family member. Both services have features within the app to immediately request help and will notify police in the Manhattan area if necessary.
Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Manhattan, NY.
Tipping is optional. Consider that most drivers in the Manhattan area are earning a modest income from driving, and margins continue to shrink when the cost of gas, insurance, parts, and vehicles increases in price. Tip drivers that provide a level of service that meets or exceeds your expectations. Most tips fall within the 10%-20% range of the cost of the trip.
Uber Pet is available in Manhattan, NY, which is a pet-friendly ride service for an additional fee. For other service options in Manhattan, NY, drivers are allowed to refuse riders that include non-service dogs or cats. Service dogs are always permitted to ride with owners. For more information read the full FAQ.
Uber Car Seat is available in Manhattan, NY, which is a standard midsized vehicle equipped with one forward-facing car seat for an additional $10 fee. Lyft does not have a car seat option in Manhattan, NY. For more information read the full FAQ.
Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Manhattan, NY. Only drivers can contact the Uber helpline at (800) 593-7069. For emergencies, contact 800-353-UBER. You can also click on 'help' within the app to send a message, or by filling out the contact form at https://help.uber.com.
Lyft does not offer phone support for riders in Manhattan, NY. Only drivers can contact Lyft 24/7, by clicking on the phone icon within the driver app or dialing (888) 981-5226. Riders may contact Lyft by clicking help within the app, or by filling out the contact form at https://help.lyft.com.
Based on approximate estimations taken from random samples of fares from the city center, the cost of a standard Lyft economy service from Manhattan, NY to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is approximately $79, while its competing UberX service costs approximately $81. Fares can vary based on location within the city and time, so these prices may not be exact for all users. In this case, Lyft is the cheaper option. It's recommended to use Up Hail for accurate real-time pricing. The data shown here is derived from a broad sample of real, random fares taken within the city limits. For a more precise comparison, we advise using the fare calculator located at the top of the page.
For those looking to explore, learn more about the cities nearest to Manhattan here, including sights to see, popular destinations, and city information. Once you know where to go, you can also view fare estimates, rates, and transportation options to find out how to get there.
Need a ride to or from the airport? Compare costs for rideshare and taxis in these Manhattan area airports below! You can also see FAQs and, for arrivals here, some popular routes to travel once you touch down.
If you’re trying to choose locations to visit nearby, check out these routes and cities to visit around Manhattan. There’s a range of prices for every service, so you can make sure to choose the cheapest option, as well as some basic information about the trip like the distance and duration of the ride.
Both too many and too few options can make trip planning hard! If you’re struggling with things to do or places to go, here’s a list of popular destinations in Manhattan based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.
Manhattan, New York is an incorporated American city in New York County. Manhattan is in the America/New_York time zone. The population of Manhattan is 1,628,706. The population density is 27,545 people per square mile.
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