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Getting to and from Key West International Airport (EYW)

Key West, Florida KEYW #118 US airport by passengers

Train, bus, shuttle, rideshare and rental cars at EYW.

Ways to reach EYW

  • Taxi

    Taxi line outside baggage claim

    Taxis wait on the ground level outside baggage claim. Exit left near the rental car desks to reach the taxi line. Wheelchair accessible taxis are available at no extra charge.

  • Rideshare

    Blue curb

    Lyft and Uber pick up at the blue curb, outside and to the right of the arrivals and baggage claim area.

  • Courtesy shuttle

    Hotel courtesy shuttles

    Several Key West hotels run courtesy shuttles from the blue curb, including Best Western Hibiscus Motel, DoubleTree Grand Key Resort, Hampton Inn, Havana Cabana, Hilton Garden/Gates Hotel/Keys Collection and Sheraton Suites. Call the hotel for its current schedule.

  • Bus

    Bus service

    Bus services stop alongside Faraldo Circle at the airport exit. Lower Keys Shuttle and the Miami-Dade-Monroe Express Route also connect to the airport, according to a third-party guide.

Reviewed October 12, 2026. Confirm details on the official airport website. Spotted a change?

Frequently asked questions

How much is a taxi from EYW?

For multiple passengers, the fare is set by zone with a per-person maximum. Zone 1 (west of White Street) is $9 per person, Zone 2 (east of White Street and west of Kennedy Drive) is $8, and Zone 3 (east of Kennedy Drive, west of Cow Key Channel, including south of Roosevelt Boulevard) is $7. Single passengers pay the metered fare: $3.95 to start, then $0.70 for each additional fifth of a mile.

What time does the terminal open?

A third-party guide lists the terminal doors from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. JetBlue lists its TSA checkpoint from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Check the airport site before a very early or late flight.

Do I need a permit for a shuttle or taxi at EYW?

Yes. All ground transportation vehicles, including taxis, shuttles and courtesy vehicles, must hold an active Ground Transportation Resolution permit to operate at the airport.

Can I get help with my bags?

Yes. Key West Porter and Car Service, (305) 731-4340, and Paradise Porters, (305) 293-4000, offer pickup, delivery and porter services.