Taxi fare is $2.50 at flag drop plus $2.10 per mile. The first person pays by the meter, and each additional passenger pays $1. Cabs cruise the city streets, but it's better to phone for one. The major companies are Broadway Cab, New Rose City Cab, Portland Taxi Company, and Radio Cab. The trip between downtown Portland and the airport takes about 30 minutes by taxi. The fare is about $30.
Broadway Cab (503/227-1234). New Rose City Cab (503/282-7707). Portland Taxi Company (503/256-5400). Radio Cab (503/227-1212).