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Tampa, Florida — Airports

Tampa International Airport

Airport Code
TPA
Full Airport Name
Tampa International Airport
Location
The airport is located four miles (6km) west of downtown Tampa.
Time Zone
GMT -5 (GMT -4 from March to November).
Phone Number
Tel: +1 813 870 8700.
Terminal Transfer
The terminals are connected by walkways.
Ground Transport
Interactive Ground Transportation information kiosks are available in the baggage claim area near the escalators. There are shared passenger van services as well as several city buses that travel to Tampa and other destinations. The local HARTLine bus stop is at the East end of the Red Baggage Claim. Taxis are also available curbside outside the baggage claim areas; the ride to the city center takes around 20 minutes and costs a flat rate of $20.
Car Rental
Car hire companies represented at the airport include Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz and Thrifty.
Airport Facilities
The airport has a bank, ATMs, bureau de change, a shopping mall and several restaurants, bars and cafes. The business center at the airport offers Internet access, fax and photocopy facilities. The Airport Marriott (located in the terminal) has its own business center and conference rooms. Disabled facilities are good, those with special needs should advise their airline in advance.
Car Parking
Both short and long-term parking is available adjacent to the terminal. There is also a remote economy parking lot linked by a shuttle bus. Valet parking is also available in the short-term garage.
Departure Tax
None.
Website
www.tampaairport.com