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Calculer le prix d'un Taxi/Uber à Nadzab Tomodachi International Airport

Use our free tool to estimate the price of a ride from Nadzab Tomodachi International Airport to anywhere in Lae. We compare local taxi rates and Uber services to help you budget your trip upon arrival in Papua New Guinea.

The transfer from LAE to Lae center is approximately 35.4 km and takes about 58 minutes depending on traffic.

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      Fares to Nearby Cities

      Compare approximate taxi and Uber costs from Nadzab Tomodachi International Airport to nearby destinations:

      Destination Distance Taxi Est. Uber Est. Action
      Lae 35.4 km €66.22 €56.29 View
      Port Moresby 326.2 km €589.66 €501.21 View
      Boroko 326.5 km €590.2 €501.67 View
      Waigani 569.1 km €1026.88 €872.85 View
      Alotau 580.4 km €1047.22 €890.14 View

      How to get a taxi at LAE?

      Navigating transportation at Nadzab Tomodachi International Airport is straightforward if you know where to go:

      • Official Stands: Always follow signs for "Taxi" to find authorized airport cabs.
      • Pre-booked Transfers: Meet your driver at the designated "Pre-booked" or "Meeting Point" area in the arrivals hall.
      • App-Based Rides: Uber and local apps usually have specific pickup zones (often on the departures level or a dedicated TNC lot).




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      Uber at LAE

      Uber is generally available at Nadzab Tomodachi International Airport. Pickup locations vary by terminal. Check your app upon landing.

      • UberX
      • UberXL (for groups/luggage)
      • Uber Black

      Local Taxis in Lae

      Official taxi stands are located outside Arrival terminals. Estimated fare to Lae downtown typically starts from calculated rates above.

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      We include typical airport surcharges and base fares in our estimates.

      Data Accuracy & Methodology

      How we calculate fares: Our estimates are based on the official taxi tariff ordinances for Lae and Papua New Guinea. We factor in the base fare (flag fall), distance rate per km, and typical traffic wait times.

      Verification: Rate data is periodically verified against local municipal transport authority publications.
      Last Data Update: August 2026

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      Airport Info

      • Name: Nadzab Tomodachi International Airport
      • IATA Code: LAE
      • City: Lae
      • Region: PG-MPL
      • Country: Papua New Guinea
      • Coordinates: -6.5680, 146.7265

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      Taxi prices are typically determined by a combination of factors, including distance traveled, waiting time, and local regulations. Passengers can rely on taxis for a straightforward pricing structure, often displayed on a meter, providing a convenient and familiar way to gauge their transportation costs.

      Taxi Cab Fare

      The cost of a taxi ride is calculated based on factors such as the distance covered, waiting time, and any additional fees set by local regulations. Taxis usually display a meter, giving passengers a real-time understanding of the fare and ensuring transparency in pricing for a straightforward and accessible transportation option.

      Taxi Cost in Papua New Guinea

      This is an estimated fare in Papua New Guinea. The actual fare might differ due to time of the day, tolls, works (available routes), different car companies in Papua New Guinea, error in collecting prices and other human or software error.
      The price of a taxi ride is determined by the price displayed on the taximeter installed in the vehicle transporting you.
      This estimate does not take into account the road trafficv, the actual route chosen by the taxi driver as well as the approach costs linked to the reservation.