Mass Transit: The public transportation in Hanover city is run by the Grossraum-Verkehr Hannover (GVH). It consists of trams and buses. The trams travel underground in the city and on specially designated tracks in the suburbs. These bus and tram services run from 5 a.m. to 24:30 p.m. Night buses run from 12 a.m. to 4 a.m. hourly. Trams run every half-hour during the night from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. Deutsche Bahn provides rail services in the city and operates five rail lines (S-Bahn).
Airports: Hanover city is served by the Hanover Langenhagen International Airport. It is situated 11 km north of downtown Hanover city. This airport is the eight largest airport in Germany. It handles up to 8 million passengers every year. Approximately 300 international and 160 national flights take off from here each week. The airport has services to most European capitals and major cities. Among the facilities provided at the airport are currency exchange facilities, travel agencies, duty-free shops, and restaurants.
Taxis: Taxis in Hanover city are Beige-colored Mercedes cars. You can hail a taxi on the road or book one by phone.
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A taxi company with whom you can book a taxi by phone is Flughafen-Taxen GmbH (Ph: (0511) 724 9230). You can request your bus or tram driver to order a taxi for you during night hours. The taxis charge a flat rate of €2 with an additional charge of €1 every kilometer thereafter. The total fare at the end of the journey is displayed on the electronic meter. Drivers expect a tip of 10 percent.
Bicycle: Bicycles are also a favorite means of transport in Hanover city. There are well-demarcated lanes in the streets of Hanover city where people can ride safely. Bicycles can be rented from one of the numerous bicycle rental companies in Hanover city. You are also allowed to carry your bicycle in special compartments in the S-Bahn.
Online Booking of Flights: You can book flights to many destinations in the world online. If you are planning to go and watch a match in Hanover city during the FIFA World Cup 2006, you can book a flight to and from Hanover city online in this link. Some of the airlines that fly to Hanover city are KLM, Lufthansa, British Airways, Air France.
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