Maxi taxi vs sedan — when 10 seats beat 4
A sedan seats up to 4 passengers and costs from $4.50 flag-fall + $1.92/km. A 10-seater maxi taxi seats up to 10 and costs roughly +50% more than a sedan but is far cheaper than booking two sedans. Here's exactly when to pick each.
Published February 8, 2026
Cost comparison — break-even at 5 passengers
Two sedans for 7 passengers cost ~$90 to Perth Airport. One 10-seater maxi for the same trip costs $70. Break-even is roughly 5 passengers — above 5, the maxi is always cheaper.
Comfort & luggage
The maxi's high roof and individual seats mean every passenger has shoulder room and a personal seatbelt. Luggage fits in a separate rear compartment — not on laps.
When to pick a sedan
1–4 passengers, suburban hops, business meetings, late-night solo trips. The sedan wins on cost and discretion.
When to pick a maxi
Family of 5+, airport runs with luggage, wedding parties, FIFO crews, cruise groups, Optus Stadium event nights.