Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Airport Information

(Tampa, Florida - FL, USA)

One of the main gateways into western Florida, Tampa International Airport (TPA) is situated only 5 miles / 8 km to the west of downtown Tampa and close to Al Lopez Park, Rocky Point Golf Course and the Bray and Chelsea Park. The airport is also nearby Old Tampa Bay and the Raymond James Stadium, which has a capacity of up to 75,000 and is used for football, being home to both the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and also the South Florida Bulls.

Tampa International Airport successfully caters for 20 million passengers, who travel with around 25 major airlines to and from 50 domestic destinations and seven international destinations. The facility is constantly given praise for its easy layout and personability, boasting one large airside / landside passenger terminal, with around 60 gates and everything from Terrazzo tile works to marine aquariums.


Using the I-275 interstate, there is a public bus service running into downtown Tampa, Hyde Park, Ybor City and the spreading waterfront area. Further buses run from Tampa International Airport direct to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, while a free shuttle bus runs to International Plaza in the city. In addition, there are two main taxicab firms providing direct transfers to Tampa and beyond, as well as limousine and shared-ride shuttle services, and monorail trains linking the long-term car park. Public transport connects the city of Tampa with nearby destinations, such as Brandon, Clearwater, Largo, St. Petersburg and Old Tampa Bay.

About Tampa Tourism

Tampa is a lively city on Florida's westerly coast and is literally loaded with brilliant museums, theme parks and some of the most exquisite beaches on the west coast of Florida, such as the famed Clearwater Beach. East of downtown Tampa is the Ybor City district, known for its history of Cuban cigar-making and abundance of shopping malls, restaurants and breweries, particularly around Seventh Avenue.

One of the city's biggest visitor attractions is Busch Gardens, which is close to Tampa Airport (TPA) and located to the north of downtown. This African-themed amusement park has an adjoining zoo containing almost 3,000 animals from all over the African continent, as well as plenty of white-knuckle rides.

Contact Tampa International Airport (TPA):
Address: 5503 West Spruce Street, Tampa, Florida (FL), 33607, USA
Airport Code: TPA Tel: +1 813 870 8700 Fax: +1 813 875 6670 Website: http://www.tampaairport.com