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Booking Tips

How Booking Works: From Quote Request to Pickup

A step-by-step look at how to book your chauffeur, from the first quote request to the day of travel.

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Published 13 October 2026 · By Sydney Airport Cars

Booking a chauffeur for the first time? Here is exactly what happens, from the moment you send a request to the moment your car arrives.

Step 1: Request a quote

Fill in the quote request form or call 1300 018 097. Include:

  • Pickup and drop-off addresses
  • Date and time (and flight number for airport trips)
  • Number of passengers and bags
  • Preferred vehicle, child seats and any extra stops

Step 2: Receive your quote

We review your trip and email you a quote. Prices depend on the route, date, time, vehicle and extras. No payment is taken online when you request a quote.

Audi A8 chauffeur car ready for pickup

Step 3: Confirm your booking

Happy with the quote? Reply to confirm. Our team then locks in your vehicle and pickup time.

Step 4: Booking confirmation

You receive your booking details by email. Check the date, time, addresses and terminal, and let us know straight away if anything needs changing.

Step 5: Travel day

Your chauffeur arrives at the agreed time, helps with luggage and takes you where you need to go. For airport arrivals, see our pickup guide.

Step 6: Invoice

We send your invoice after your trip. Tolls and airport parking are charged separately at cost.

Changing your booking

Need to change a time or add a stop? Contact us as early as possible and we will update your booking.

See also: how far in advance to book and our FAQs.

Book your chauffeur

Ready to travel? Request a quote online or call 1300 018 097. Tell us your pick-up, drop-off, date, time and passenger numbers and we will email your quote.

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