Child seats · $25 each
Car Service With Car Seats NYC
Child seats for $25 each in SUVs and Sprinters, with JFK–Midtown SUV fares from $202.53 and 24/7 dispatch.
Quick answer
Chauffeur Service NYC offers child seats for $25 each in SUVs and Sprinters, with up to 2 per booking. Book a Chevrolet Suburban from JFK to Midtown Manhattan starting at $202.53, or request hourly service from $130 per hour with a 3-hour minimum. Our TLC-licensed, company-owned fleet has 24/7 dispatch; book online or call (888) 883-8180.
Rates
Rates for family rides with car seats
Child seats cost $25 each in SUVs and Sprinters, with up to 2 per booking. Hourly rates have a 3-hour minimum.
| Vehicle class | Passengers / bags | Hourly rate (3-hour minimum) | JFK ↔ Midtown Manhattan transfer (all-in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | 2 / 2 | $110/hr | From $174.61 |
| Executive SUV (Chevrolet Suburban) | 6 / 6 | $130/hr | From $202.53 |
| Cadillac Escalade ESV | 6 / 6 | $150/hr | From $236.49 |
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class / BMW 7 Series | 3 / 2 | $180/hr | From $306.30 |
| Executive Sprinter | 13 / 14 | Quote on request | Quote on request |
| Jet Sprinter | 10 / 10 | Quote on request | Quote on request |
| Mercedes-Maybach | 2 / 2 | Quote on request | Quote on request |
| Rolls-Royce | 3 / 3 | Quote on request | Quote on request |
Transfer fares include tolls and congestion surcharges. Hourly service includes unlimited stops within the booked hours.
Executive Sprinter, Jet Sprinter, Mercedes-Maybach and Rolls-Royce: Quote on request: call (888) 883-8180 or request a quote online.
From Midtown in an Executive Sedan, airport transfers start at $153.94 to LaGuardia and $173.82 to Newark. See all rates on our pricing page.
Legal Rules
Do you need a car seat in a NYC car service?
New York State exempts taxis and liveries from its child-restraint requirement, and NYC 311 says a restraint is not required in a taxi or for-hire vehicle. NYC 311 encourages families to bring a car seat, and the driver must allow you to install it. In a private passenger vehicle, New York requires a child restraint until the child’s 8th birthday. Using a child seat remains the safest choice for a child under 8. Read our guide to NYC car seat laws for car service for the full legal breakdown.
Seat Cost
How much does a car seat cost with Chauffeur Service NYC?
Each child seat costs $25, with up to 2 per booking. Two seats add $50 to a trip. A JFK-to-Midtown transfer in an Executive SUV (Chevrolet Suburban) starts at $202.53; with two seats, the fare is $252.53, including tolls and congestion surcharges. Taxes and fees are included in the fare; gratuity is not included and is added by the client. See our child seat policy for the seat limit and pricing.
Child seats go in SUVs and Sprinters only, whether the trip is an airport transfer or a direct ride across town.
Seat Types
Which car seat does my child need?
New York’s private-vehicle law requires a child safety seat for children under 4, a booster or child safety seat for ages 4 to 7, and a seat belt from age 8. Children must ride rear-facing until age 2 under the law effective November 1, 2019. Every child safety seat must meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213; follow the seat maker’s height and weight limits.
| Child | NY requirement (private vehicles) | Seat type offered by Chauffeur Service NYC |
|---|---|---|
| Under 2 | Rear-facing child safety seat | Infant seat (rear-facing) or convertible seat (rear-facing) |
| 2 to under 4 | Child safety seat | Convertible seat (rear- or forward-facing) |
| 4 to under 8 | Booster seat with lap-and-shoulder belt, or child safety seat | Booster seat, or a forward-facing convertible seat |
| 8 and older | Seat belt | No seat needed under the private-vehicle child-restraint rules |
Give each child’s age, weight and height in the booking notes, and the setup you want: rear-facing, forward-facing or booster.
Can I bring my own car seat?
NYC TLC guidance allows passengers in TLC-licensed vehicles to bring and use their own car seats and booster seats. NYC 311 says the driver must allow you to install your seat. You may bring your own seat if it is in good condition; it still counts toward the 2-seat limit per booking.
Who installs the car seat?
Parents should check the harness fit before departure. NYC DOT offers free car seat checks by appointment at 212-839-4777; in-person checks run April through October. Our seats are installed per the maker’s instructions, and your chauffeur helps with placement; the parent or guardian checks the final fit.
How far in advance should I book a car seat?
Request your seat when you book online or by phone. Dispatch and booking are available 24/7 at (888) 883-8180. Request seats when you book, and give each child’s age, weight and height in the booking notes.
Family Travel
NYC family travel facts
- JFK Terminals 5 and 7: Arriving passengers who use a for-hire vehicle or car service must take the free AirTrain to the Howard Beach pickup lot. Plan extra time with children and seats.
- JFK curbs: No parking is allowed in front of any terminal; curbs are for active pickups and drop-offs only.
- LaGuardia Terminal B: Black cars and pre-booked car services pick up on Level 2 of the Terminal B parking garage; follow the Car Services signs.
- LaGuardia Terminal C: Car services pick up in the arrivals inner lane.
- Seat belts: Since November 1, 2020, every passenger in a taxi or for-hire vehicle in New York must buckle up, regardless of age or seat.
- AirTrain: Children under 5 ride the JFK AirTrain free.
Families can also bring their own car seat on a family airport transfer, since NYC TLC guidance allows it in TLC-licensed vehicles.
Compare
Car seat options compared
| Option | Car seat provided? | Cost of seat | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chauffeur Service NYC | Yes, on request | $25 per seat in SUVs and Sprinters | TLC licensed, flight tracked, 24/7 dispatch |
| Typical NYC black car services | Often, on request | Varies by operator | Policies vary; request the seat type when booking |
| Yellow taxi | No | Bring your own | Exempt from the state seat law; driver must let you install your seat |
| Bring your own seat | Yours | $0 | NYC TLC guidance allows passengers to bring and use their own car seats and booster seats in TLC-licensed vehicles |
Booking
How booking a car seat ride works
Get an instant quote at Book online or call (888) 883-8180.
Request child seats at $25 each: up to 2 per booking.
Add your flight number for an airport pickup.
We track flights in real time.
Your chauffeur arrives with the vehicle. Seats are installed per the maker’s instructions, and the parent or guardian checks the final fit.
Questions & answers
Frequently asked questions
Is a car seat legally required in a NYC black car?
New York State exempts taxis and liveries from the child-restraint requirement, and NYC 311 says a car restraint is not required in a taxi or for-hire vehicle. A child seat remains the safest choice for a child under 8.
How much is a car seat?
Each child seat costs $25, in SUVs and Sprinters only. A booking takes up to 2 seats.
Can I book 3 car seats?
Not in one booking. A booking takes up to 2 seats, so for 3 or more seats, call (888) 883-8180.
What seat types do you offer?
We stock infant seats (rear-facing), convertible seats (rear-facing or forward-facing), and high-back and backless booster seats.
Will the driver let me install my own seat?
NYC TLC guidance allows passengers to bring and use their own car seats and booster seats in TLC-licensed vehicles, and NYC 311 says the driver must allow you to install your seat. Your chauffeur helps with placement, and the parent or guardian checks the final fit.
Can a child ride in the front seat?
New York DMV says child safety restraint systems should not be used in the front seat. Children ride in the rear.
Do you track my flight if I’m traveling with kids?
Yes. Airport pickups use real-time flight tracking. Free wait time is 60 minutes for domestic flights and 90 minutes for international flights, counted from landing.
Which vehicle fits a family of four with a stroller?
The Executive SUV (Chevrolet Suburban) carries 6 passengers and 6 bags. Luggage must fit the vehicle class you book; oversized items and sports equipment, such as golf clubs, skis and bicycles, need advance notice.
Can I book a car seat ride at 3 a.m.?
Yes. Dispatch and booking run 24/7.
Can you get an Uber with a car seat in NYC?
Uber’s vehicle and seat options are separate from Chauffeur Service NYC. For a Chauffeur Service NYC ride, child seats cost $25 each in SUVs and Sprinters; request them online or by phone.
Do car rental services have car seats?
Rental-car seat options are separate from Chauffeur Service NYC. For a chauffeur ride with us, child seats cost $25 each in SUVs and Sprinters; book online or call (888) 883-8180.
Do NYC cabs have car seats?
Taxi equipment is separate from Chauffeur Service NYC. For a ride with us, child seats cost $25 each in SUVs and Sprinters.
Can my 7 year old ride in an Uber without a car seat?
Uber’s policy is separate from Chauffeur Service NYC. For a ride with us, child seats cost $25 each in SUVs and Sprinters. See our NYC car seat laws for car service for New York’s child-restraint rules.
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24/7 dispatch
Book a car service with car seats
Call (888) 883-8180 or book online. Add child seats at $25 each in an SUV or Sprinter. We serve all five boroughs and the tri-state area.