A Kamloops Airport taxi is one way to get from YKA, at 3035 Airport Road, into the city. The airport also identifies shuttles and ride-share services, so you can compare pickup arrangements before you travel.
- Taxi contacts: Kami Cabs and Yellow Cabs.
- Ride-share: Uride offers on-demand service through its app.
- Shuttle: Airport Shuttle Service advertises door-to-door rides around Kamloops.
Where do you find Kamloops Airport taxi pickup?
Local taxis, shuttles and ride-share services provide transportation to and from Kamloops Airport. For a taxi, Kami Cabs can be reached at 250-374-5151 or 1-888-526-9663, and Yellow Cabs at 250-374-3333 or 1-877-870-0003.
Kami Cabs encourages passengers to book online or by phone in advance. Uride takes on-demand requests through its app. Check the official site before you go for current transportation contacts and arrangements, and use the airport-to-motel trip guide to plan that route.
How do you plan the ride from Kamloops Airport?
Plan your pickup before landing, then confirm your destination and the arrangement directly with your chosen provider. The airport is about a 31-minute drive from the motel, whose rooms at Alpine Motel offer a place to stay after your arrival.
If you are still sorting out arrival logistics, the Kamloops Airport arrival guide covers the broader airport arrival process.
What should you know about taxi fares and availability?
Confirm the fare and payment arrangements with the provider before you ride; the airport’s taxi contacts do not include fare quotes. Kami Cabs recommends pre-booking and says passengers can pre-pay to minimize contact.
Airport Shuttle Service advertises rates starting at CAD $11.00, but that starting rate does not specify a destination, passenger count or conditions. Ask the shuttle operator for a fare that applies to your trip, and confirm whether a reservation is needed.
Should you choose a taxi or shuttle?
A taxi and a shuttle have different booking arrangements, so choose based on the service’s confirmed availability for your arrival.
Airport Shuttle Service advertises door-to-door transport to destinations in and around Kamloops, says it serves all Air Canada and WestJet flights, and states that arriving passengers may walk on when space is available. It says the shuttle parks outside the airport entrance.
The shuttle operator suggests reserving at least one day ahead. Its site also says departures require reservations and describes booking restrictions, so verify arrangements directly rather than assuming a walk-on ride will be available. Regional shuttle services include Sun-Star Shuttle, TasteFull Excursions and Peak Shuttles; each requires reservations.
What should you prepare for a late arrival?
Confirm a late pickup with the operator instead of relying on general service descriptions. Airport Shuttle Service describes its service as available day or night, but does not publish specific operating hours or a late-night pickup guarantee.
Have your flight details and destination ready when you contact a provider, and confirm the pickup point, price and payment method.
For group travel, River City Limo offers airport transfers for groups of up to 8 to 10 passengers; contact the operator to confirm arrangements. If you are still sorting out arrival logistics, the Kamloops Airport arrival guide covers the broader airport arrival process.
FAQs
Does BC Transit run directly to Kamloops Airport?
No. BC Transit does not currently provide direct service to the airport, and the nearest bus stop is approximately 3 km away.
Can you request an accessible or group taxi?
The City of Kamloops says wheelchair-accessible and group taxis are available in the city. It does not specify whether those vehicles are available for airport pickups or how to book them.
Can you call a taxi from inside the terminal?
Thompson Rivers University’s student-arrival guidance says a free telephone for calling Yellow Cabs and Kami Cabs is on a wall inside the terminal. Confirm with the airport whether it is available for your circumstances.