How much is a taxi from TPA to downtown Tampa?

Taxi fares: about $25–$35. The ride takes 15–25 min depending on traffic.

How far is TPA from downtown Tampa?

About 6 miles, or 15–25 min by taxi.

Which airlines fly from TPA?

Airlines at TPA include Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Frontier Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Breeze Airways, Avelo Airlines, Air Canada, WestJet, Porter Airlines, Aeroméxico, Copa Airlines, Avianca, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Discover Airlines. It's not a complete list: smaller and seasonal airlines come and go, so check the airport's flight board for your route.

Can I leave TPA on a layover?

Yes, if you have at least 3 h: that covers getting out of the airport, the round trip to downtown Tampa, an hour there and getting back through security.

Are there lounges at TPA?

Delta Sky Club (Airside E); American Admirals Club (Airside F); No lounges in Airsides A and C.

Is there a hotel at TPA?

Tampa Airport Marriott, inside the Main Terminal.

How long do I need to connect at TPA?

We recommend at least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal, and more for a terminal change or after an international arrival. Our TPA connection guide breaks it down step by step.

Where is the cheapest parking at TPA?

Economy Garage, linked by the free SkyConnect train, the cheapest. Rates change with demand, so check and book ahead on the airport's site.

Where do international flights arrive at TPA?

Arriving from abroad, you clear U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), collect your checked bags, drop them at the recheck belt and go through TSA security again before your connection. International flights arrive at Airside F.

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Q: Do I have to go through security again if I change terminals at TPA?

Yes. Gates are in four Airsides (A, C, E and F), each linked to the Main Terminal by its own shuttle train. Security is at the entrance to each Airside, so switching Airsides means riding back to the Main Terminal and clearing TSA at the other one. Connections within one Airside are a short walk.

Tampa International Airport has a Main Terminal and four Airsides (A, C, E and F). The quickest way from TPA to downtown Tampa is the HART bus from the Rental Car Center (about 35 minutes, $2).

Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction

Transit to downtown Tampa

35 min

HART bus from the Rental Car Center, $2

Taxi

15–25 min

about $25–$35

Connecting here

50 min

Domestic to domestic, same terminal

Leave on a layover

3 h+

Layover you need to visit the city

Quick answer

The quickest way from TPA to downtown Tampa is the HART bus from the Rental Car Center (about 35 minutes, $2). Connecting here, allow at least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal. Airlines here include Southwest, American, Delta, United and Alaska.

Terminals: A Main Terminal and four Airsides (A, C, E and F)
Taxi: 15–25 min, about $25–$35
Distance: About 6 miles to downtown Tampa
Connecting: At least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal
Lounges: Delta Sky Club (Airside E); American Admirals Club (Airside F)
Hotel: Tampa Airport Marriott, inside the Main Terminal

Getting from TPA to downtown Tampa

Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.

HART bus from the Rental Car Centerto downtown Tampaabout 35 min$2
Taxi or rideshare15–25 minabout $25–$35

Inside TPA

Terminals and connections

Gates are in four Airsides (A, C, E and F), each linked to the Main Terminal by its own shuttle train. Security is at the entrance to each Airside, so switching Airsides means riding back to the Main Terminal and clearing TSA at the other one. Connections within one Airside are a short walk.

How long a layover you need at TPA

Lounges

•Delta Sky Club (Airside E)
•American Admirals Club (Airside F)
•No lounges in Airsides A and C

Sleep, showers and hotels

•Tampa Airport Marriott, inside the Main Terminal

Parking at TPA

•Economy Garage, linked by the free SkyConnect train, the cheapest
•Long-Term Garage
•Short-Term Garage next to the Main Terminal

Rates change with demand and booking ahead is usually cheaper: check TPA's official site.

TPA tips

•SkyConnect, a free train, links the Main Terminal with the Economy Garage and the Rental Car Center.

Can you leave TPA on a layover?

With at least 3 h between flights, yes. Here's where the time goes.

Off the plane and out of the airport20 min
To downtown Tampa and back, the fastest way30 min
Time in town worth the trip1 h
Back through security to your gate1 h
Layover you need3 h

Keep your bags checked through and carry your boarding pass for the next flight. On a long layover, a hotel day room or lounge can be a better use of the time than a rushed trip into town.

Airlines at TPA

Major airlines that fly from TPA (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.

Southwest Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Delta Air Lines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Alaska Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
JetBlue Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Frontier Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
Sun Country Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 11 in Bag fees
Breeze Airways Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Avelo Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Air Canada Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
WestJet Carry-on 53 × 38 × 23 cm Bag fees
Porter Airlines Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm
Aeroméxico Carry-on 55 × 40 × 25 cm Bag fees
Copa Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 10 in Bag fees
Avianca Carry-on 55 × 35 × 25 cm Bag fees
British Airways Carry-on 56 × 45 × 25 cm Bag fees
Virgin Atlantic Carry-on 56 × 36 × 23 cm Bag fees
Discover Airlines Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm

TPA airport FAQ

The quickest option is the HART bus from the Rental Car Center to downtown Tampa: about 35 minutes for $2. A taxi takes 15–25 min (about $25–$35).

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