Detailed Drivers is Queens' premier black car and luxury car service, providing flat-rate chauffeured transportation 24/7 for JFK and LaGuardia airport transfers, US Open tennis transportation, Citi Field events, and corporate travel across Astoria, Flushing, Forest Hills, and all Queens neighborhoods.
Black car service in Queens costs $170/hr for a Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedan. Astoria to LGA is just from $120+ — the most competitive airport transfer rate in all five boroughs, because Queens neighbors both JFK and LGA.
| Vehicle | Hourly Rate | Astoria → LGA | Forest Hills → JFK | → EWR | Min Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan | $170/hr | from $120+ | from $120+ | from $120+ | 2 hr |
| First Class SUV | $120/hr | from $120+ | from $120+ | from $120+ | 2 hr |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van | $200/hr | from $120+ | from $120+ | from $150 | 3 hr |
Queens hosts both JFK and LGA — the two highest surge-pricing corridors in NYC. Flat-rate means $45 to LGA from Astoria whether it's 5 AM on a Sunday or the Sunday after Thanksgiving.
| Feature | Detailed Drivers | Uber Black | Lyft Lux |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astoria → LGA | From $100 | Variable — $45–$135 | Variable — $40–$115 |
| Surge Risk | None | 3.0–4.5x events/storms | 2.5–4.0x same |
| Flight Tracking | Included | None | None |
| Meet & Greet | Included at JFK/LGA | No | No |
| Driver Vetting | TLC licensed, background checked | Self-reported | Self-reported |
| Vehicle Condition | Inspected fleet | Owner's personal car | Owner's personal car |
| Corporate Billing | Centralized invoicing | Personal card only | Personal card only |
700,000+ fans over 2 weeks. Uber Black surge from Flushing: $55 × 4.0x = $220
Detailed Drivers no-surge rate to JFK: from $120+ — savings of $165 (75%)
42,000-seat stadium — post-game surge. Uber Black from Forest Hills: $55 × 3.5x = $192
Detailed Drivers flat rate: from $120+ — savings of $137 (71%)
Queens is the only NYC borough that borders both JFK and LaGuardia. This makes Queens-to-airport transfers the fastest and most affordable in the city — and we pass that advantage to our clients with flat-rate pricing.
| Route | Distance | Off-Peak | Rush Hour | Sedan Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astoria → LaGuardia (LGA) | 3 mi | 10–15 min | 20–30 min | from $120+ |
| Flushing → JFK (Van Wyck) | 12 mi | 20–28 min | 35–50 min | from $120+ |
| Forest Hills → JFK (Jackie Robinson Pkwy) | 8 mi | 15–22 min | 28–40 min | from $120+ |
| Howard Beach → JFK | 3 mi | 8–12 min | 15–22 min | from $120+ |
| Long Island City → LaGuardia | 6 mi | 12–18 min | 25–35 min | from $120+ |
Detailed Drivers is a Queens, New York black car and chauffeured transportation service operating 24/7 with a fleet of Mercedes-Benz executive S-Class sedans, First Class SUVs, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans. All chauffeurs hold NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) For-Hire Vehicle licenses. Queens borders both John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) — the two busiest airports in the New York metro. Flat-rate transfers start at $100 from Astoria to LGA and $55 from Forest Hills to JFK. The company serves US Open Tennis at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Citi Field, and corporate clients including JetBlue Airways, Citibank Queens operations, and hospital systems. As of 2026, Detailed Drivers operates across 30+ U.S. cities. Book at (888) 420-0177.
Best for: JFK/LGA airport runs, solo executive travel, Queens → Midtown Manhattan
Best for: Family airport transfers, groups to JFK, US Open corporate hospitality
Best for: Corporate group airport runs, event transportation, Citi Field VIP shuttles
Queens' proximity to two major airports and growing Long Island City corporate district make it a significant corporate travel market. Corporate accounts include centralized billing and dedicated account management.
700,000+ fans over 2 weeks in August–September. LGA and JFK surge heavily during US Open. Flat-rate is critical — book weeks in advance for finals weekend.
42,000-seat stadium in Flushing Meadows. Post-game service peaks 10–11 PM — available for all Mets home games including playoff runs.
Flushing Meadows–Corona Park hosts major cultural events, galas, and Queens arts programs. Sprinter Van service available for group events.
1,100 rooms and casino at the edge of JFK. Black car service between RWNYC and JFK Terminal is one of the most requested Queens routes.
Visit detaileddrivers.com/reservations or call (888) 420-0177 — 24/7.
Pickup/dropoff, date, time, and passenger count.
Mercedes S-Class, First Class SUV, or Sprinter Van.
Booking confirmation and chauffeur contact 24 hours before pickup.
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Flat-rate pricing from $170/hr · LGA from $120+ · JFK from $120+ · 24/7 · No surge
Last Updated: April 2026