Tampa Airport
General information
Tampa Airport is an airport in the western part of Florida, close to the cities of Tampa and St. Petersburg (Saint Pete). Tampa Airport, just like Orlando Airport and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Airport, is widely used by low-cost carriers. British Airways, Lufthansa and Edelweiss Air offer direct flights from Europe to Tampa.
Florida has four major international airports, namely Orlando Airport, Miami Airport, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Airport and Tampa Airport.
Location
Where is Tampa Airport situated?
Tampa International Airport is located in the west of Tampa. By road, you can reach the airport via the George J Bean Parkway.
How many terminals does Tampa Airport have?
The airport has a central ‘landside’ terminal and four ‘airside’ terminals. The terminals where the boarding gates are located are named Airside A, Airside C, Airside E and Airside F and are all connected to the central ‘landside’ terminal by means of automated people movers. The check-in desks can be found in the Main Terminal, security check takes place in the ‘airside’ terminals.
Car hire is very popular in Florida, it’s the most economical to rent a car at Tampa Airport online and early in advance.
Airport Map
Nearby airports
A good alternative for flying to or from Tampa Airport are the following airports, sorted by distance from the airport. You can also take a look at the complete list of airports in United States.
| Airport | Distance |
|---|---|
| Orlando Airport | 130km |
Transportation
Car
The distance from Tampa Airport to the centre of Tampa is 13 kilometres. By car, it takes 30 minutes to get to the centre of Tampa.
From TPA Airport to Tampa City centre by Car
Public transport
It is possible to travel to and from Tampa Airport by public transport. Visit the Tampa Airport transportation page for the possibilities.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Tampa Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Tampa is about $ 29.-. Book your taxi at Tampa Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
From TPA Airport to Tampa City centre by Taxi
Car rental
At Tampa Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Alamo (Enterprise Holdings), Avis, Budget, Dollar (The Hertz Corporation), Enterprise, Hertz, National (Enterprise Holdings), Thrifty (The Hertz Corporation), Sixt and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
Tampa Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Tampa Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Tampa Airport.
Flights
Departures and arrivals
Looking for departure times and/or arrival times? Find the latest flight status information for flights departing from and arriving at Tampa Airport.
Flight tickets
Looking for a cheap flight? Use our flight search engine to find and book cheap flights from and to the airport.
Which airlines fly from and to Tampa Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at Tampa Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- Southwest Airlines
- Spirit Airlines
- Frontier Airlines
- JetBlue
- Delta Air Lines
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
Looking for the best hotels near Tampa Airport? We have selected the best hotels near the airport in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Hotels in Tampa
Looking for the best hotels in Tampa? We have selected the best hotels in the city in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center, Tampa
Connected by sky bridge to the Tampa Convention Center, this all-suite hotel is close to the beaches of St. Pete and Clearwater. A complimentary made-to-order breakfast and evening reception are provided. Amalie Arena is a 5 minutes' walk away.
Things to do
It is possible to book tickets, activities and tours in the city and near Tampa Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!
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