Tampa International Airport (TPA)
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Pickup at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Open your app to request a ride
When you’re ready, open the Uber app to request a ride to your destination. Choose the TPA airport transportation option that suits your group size and luggage needs.
Exit on the lower arrivals level
You’ll get directions about TPA pickup points directly in the app. Pickup locations may vary by terminal. Rideshare pickup signs might also be available at Tampa Airport.
Meet your driver
Go to your assigned TPA pickup location as specified by the app. Please note: this location may not always be at your nearest exit. Your driver’s name, license plate, and car color will show in the app. Verify your ride before you get in. If you can’t find your driver, contact them through the app.
Tampa Airport Map
At Tampa International Airport, there are 4 active airsides (A, C, E, and F) housing a total of 59 gates. Terminals E and F handle international arrivals.
Top questions from riders
- Do drivers using Uber pick up at TPA?
Yes. Go to this list of airports around the world where you can request a ride with Uber.
- How much will an Uber trip to TPA cost?
Down Small The cost of an Uber trip to (or from) TPA depends on factors that include the type of ride you request, the estimated length and duration of the trip, tolls, and current demand for rides.
You can see an estimate of the price before you request by going here and entering your pickup spot and destination. Then when you request a ride you’ll see your actual price in the app based on real-time factors.
- Where do I meet my driver for an airport pickup?
Down Small Pickup locations may depend on the type of ride you request and the size of the airport. Follow the instructions in the app about where to meet your driver. You can also look for signs that point to designated airport rideshare zones.
If you can’t find your driver, contact them through the app.
What to do at TPA Airport
Early for your flight? Hungry? See what amenities are available at the airport when you get there.
Visit the official TPA Airport website to check hours of operation and any service changes.
- Food & Restaurants
Down Small - New York, New York Pizza (Pizza, located near Gate A12)
- Chick-fil-A (Fast Food, located near Gate A12)
- Auntie Anne’s (Desserts/Snacks, located near Gate A5)
- Pei Wei (Asian, located near Gate A14)
- Starbucks Reserve (Coffee/Tea, located near Gate A12)
- Burger 21 (Burgers, located near Gate A12)
- Ducky’s Sports Lounge (Bar, located near Gate A10)
- Bay Coffee & Tea Company (Coffee/Tea, located near Gate A3)
- Duomo Gelato (Desserts/Snacks, located near Gate A5)
- Bars
Down Small - Ducky’s Sports Lounge (Bar, located near Gate A10)
- Shopping
Down Small - Ron Jon Surf Shop (Clothing/Accessories, located near Gate A12)
- The Apartment (Clothing/Accessories, located near Gate A11)
- InMotion (Electronics, located near Gate A12)
- Dylan’s Candy Bar (Candy, located near Gate A11)
- CNBC (Newsstand/Books, located near Gate A4)
- Stellar Bay News + Market (Newsstand/Books, located near Gate A12)
- Food & Restaurants
Down Small - Starbucks (Coffee/Tea, located near Gate C39)
- PDQ (American, located near Gate C39)
- Cafe Con Leche (Coffee/Tea, located near Gate C34)
- Ulele (Seafood, located near Gate C34)
- Bavaro’s (Pizza, located near Gate C34)
- Burger 21 (Burgers, located near Gate C39)
- Goody Goody (Burgers, located near Gate C34)
- Rumfish Grill (Seafood, located near Gate C37)
- Louis Pappas (Greek, located near Gate C34)
- Cigar City Brewing (Bar, located near Gate C43)
- Bars
Down Small - Cigar City Brewing (Bar, located near Gate C43)
- Shopping
Down Small - Spanx (Clothing/Accessories, located near Gate C36)
- NewsLink (Newsstand/Books, located near Gate C40)
- News Channel 8 WFLA (Newsstand/Books, located near Gate C35)
- The Body Shop (Health/Beauty, located near Gate C36)
- Tech on the Go (Electronics, located near Gate C36)
- Stellar Bay News (Newsstand/Books, located near Gate C31)
- Time Zone / Shades of Time (Clothing/Accessories, located near Gate C36)
- Food & Restaurants
Down Small - Starbucks (Coffee/Tea, located near Gate E71)
- Panda Express (Asian, located near Gate E69)
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop (Sandwiches, located near Gate E69)
- illy Caffe (Italian, located near Gate E64)
- Four Green Fields (Bar, located near Gate E64)
- Columbia Café (Latin, located near Gate E68)
- Beers of the World (Bar, located near Gate E70)
- Bars
Down Small - Four Green Fields (Bar, located near Gate E64)
- Beers of the World (Bar, located near Gate E70)
- Shopping
Down Small - In Tune Electronics (Electronics, located near Gate E69)
- Tampa Bay Times (Newsstand/Books, located near Gate E62)
- Air Essentials (Convenience, located near Gate E69)
- BookLink (Newsstand/Books, located near Gate E69)
- Corsa Collections (Jewelry, located near Gate E68)
- World Duty Free of Tampa (Duty Free, located near Gate E74)
- Lounges
Down Small - Delta Sky Club (Lounge, located at Airside E)
- Food & Restaurants
Down Small - Starbucks Reserve (Coffee/Tea, located near Gate F87)
- illy Caffe (Coffee/Tea, located near Gate F77)
- Square 1 (Burgers, located near Gate A85)
- Bella’s Café (Pizza, located near Gate F85)
- Yogurtology (Desserts/Snacks, located near Gate F84)
- Buddy Brew (Coffee/Tea, located at Breakfast pastries and bagels)
- The Cafe by Mise en Place (American, located near Gate F85)
- Liquid Provisions (Bar, located near Gate F85)
- The Gasparilla Bar (Bar, located near Gate F83)
- Cigar City Taproom (Bar, located near Gate F88)
- Bars
Down Small - Liquid Provisions (Bar, located near Gate F85)
- The Gasparilla Bar (Bar, located near Gate F83)
- Cigar City Taproom (Bar, located near Gate F88)
- Shopping
Down Small - Swarovski (Jewelry, located near Gate F85)
- Tumi (Clothing/Accessories, located near Gate F85)
- Bay to Bay News (Newsstand/Books, located near Gate F84)
- MIXX (Jewelry, located near Gate F84)
- World Duty Free Tampa (Duty Free, located near Gate F85)
- Tech on the Go (Electronics, located near Gate F84)
- Stellar Bay News (Newsstand/Books, located near Gate F87)
- Lounges
Down Small - American Airlines Admirals Club (Lounge, located at Airside F)
- Food & Restaurants
Down Small - P.F. Chang’s (Asian, located at Level 3)
- Starbucks Evenings (Bar, located at Level 3)
- Starbucks (Coffee/Tea, located at Level 1, Red Bag Claim)
- Chick-fil-A (Fast Food, located at Level 3)
- Wendy’s (Fast Food, located at Level 3)
- Hard Rock Café (American, located at Level 3)
- Qdoba Mexican Grill (Mexican/Tex-Mex, located at Level 3)
- Bars
Down Small - Starbucks Evenings (Bar, located at Level 3)
- Shopping
Down Small - Mindworks (Toys, located at Level 3)
- Ybor City News (Newsstand/Books, located at Level 1, Blue Bag Claim)
- The Shoppes at Bayshore (Convenience, located at Level 3)
- Tampa Life (Souvenirs/Gifts, located at Level 3)
- Tampa Bay Sports (Sports, located at Level 3)
- PGA Tour Shops/The Runway (Sports, located at Level 3)
- Lounges
Down Small - USO Lounge (Lounge, located at Landside Terminal)
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Tampa Airport visitor information
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the 29th-busiest airport in the US based on passenger numbers, serving more than 19 million travelers annually. Located about 6 miles (10 kilometers) west of Tampa’s city center, the airport is about a 20-minute drive from downtown in ideal road and traffic conditions.
Tampa Airport terminals
TPA Airport has one terminal served by 4 airsides (A, C, E, and F). Tampa Airport lounges can be found in Airsides E and F. You can plan your trip using the information below.
TPA Airside A
- Alaska
- JetBlue
- Silver
- Spirit
- Sun Country
- United
TPA Airside C
- Southwest
TPA Airside E
- Air Canada
- Delta
- Frontier
- Swift
- WestJet
- Delta Sky Club
TPA Airside F
- Air Transat
- American
- British Airways
- Cayman
- Copa
- Edelweiss
- Icelandair
- Lufthansa
- Norwegian
- World Atlantic
- American Airlines Admirals Club
Tampa Airport international terminal
Tampa Airport international flights arrive and depart from Airside F. TPA offers nonstop flights to 17 international destinations.
Dining at Tampa Airport
Travelers can choose from more than 40 Tampa Airport dining spots, including coffee shops, fast-food chains, and restaurants with table service, offering a variety of food and snacks, from sweets to international cuisine. Tampa Airport food options are located in the main terminal and across all airsides.
Getting around Tampa Airport
Tampa Airport transportation is provided by an automated people mover, taking passengers to and from the main terminal to the 4 airsides from Level 3 of the main terminal. Additionally, the SkyConnect departs from Level 4 of the main terminal, taking travelers to the economy garage and rental car center.
Things to do at Tampa Airport
Tampa International Airport is home to a variety of attractions, including a public art program, which showcases local and national artists. The airport gallery is located before security in the hallway that connects the airport and a hotel. Tampa Airport massage services can be found at the spas located within each of the airsides.
Currency exchange at Tampa Airport
Tampa Airport currency exchange offices for passengers can be found in the main terminal building on Level 3.
Hotels near Tampa Airport
Whether you have a layover or an overnight flight delay, or you need a place to stay for a visit near TPA, there are more than 25 hotels and accommodations nearby.
Points of interest near Tampa Airport
- Busch Gardens
- Henry B. Plant Museum
- Sunshine Skyway Bridge
- Ybor City
Find more information about TPA here.
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