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First NYC taxi fare hike in 10 years begins Monday

NYC taxi fare hike set to begin
NYC taxi fare hike set to begin 00:30

NEW YORK -- A taxi ride will cost you more starting Monday.

Last month, the Taxi and Limousine Commission voted to raise metered fares by 23%. It's the first increase for drivers in 10 years.

The changes mean base fares go from $2.50 to $3.

The night time surcharge goes up by $1 and the cost of going between John F. Kennedy International Airport and Manhattan will be a $70 flat fare.

There's also a $20 surcharge for all trips to Newark Liberty Airport and a $5 surcharge to LaGuardia Airport.

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