Four of us will be arriving at JFK, staying at a midtown hotel. Will it be less expensive to take taxi into midtown hotel or use a car service? Hotel doesn't have a shuttle. Thanks.

A car service could actually be cheaper but not by much. The last time I used a car service from JFK into the city it was I believe $40; the flat rate for taxis from JFK into the city is $45. What time of day does your flight get in?

I'd probably just take a cab; the only downfall is the length of the taxi line which varies greatly in my experience...

No hotels in Manhattan have shuttles.

Taxi is a fixed $45 plus toll and tip for a total fo about $60. Car service will cost the same. I find taxi to be faster than trying to connect with the service driver.

Can taxi take 4 passengers?

Getting into JFK about 6:30 pm

Yes, 4 passengers are allowed in a cab.

There are also some minivan taxis. It really depends on how much luggage you have and the size of the 4 passengers. dial7.com is a car service that will ask you to phone them when you have your luggage. Whatever you do, don't accept a ride from anyone who approaches you.