Request a pickup from Tampa Airport
(Tampa International Airport)
Tell us your trip details, then let us know when you need a ride. With Uber Reserve, you can request a ride up to 90 days ahead of time. If your arrival time changes, we can let your driver know.
Get picked up at TPA Airport
Whether you’re new to the Tampa Bay area or a local, Uber helps make it easy to get from TPA to your final destination. Need a shuttle or transfer to your next leg? Uber has you covered. Avoid the taxi line and request a ride with a few simple steps.
Your ride options from TPA
The ride options on this page are a sample of Uber’s products, and some might not be available where you use the Uber app. If you check your city’s web page or look in the app, you’ll see what rides you can request.
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.
Get directions to pickup
Already requested your ride? Open the app for accurate step-by-step directions to meet your driver outside.
What to do at TPA Airport when you land
Jet-lagged? Hungry? See what amenities are available at the airport after you touch down.
Visit the official TPA Airport website to check hours of operation and any service changes.
- Food & Restaurants
- 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)
- 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)
- 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)
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Top questions about TPA Airport pickup
- Where do I meet my driver for 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.
- If my flight is late, will my Uber Reserve driver wait for me?
Down Small Your driver will be informed of any schedule changes to your flight. For UberX, Uber Comfort, and UberXL rides, meet your driver up to 45 minutes after your flight's arrival before late fees apply. For Uber Black, Uber Black SUV, Uber Premier, and Uber Premier SUV rides, meet your driver within 60 minutes. Learn more about Uber Reserve.
- How much will my Uber trip from TPA cost?
Down Small The cost of an Uber trip from TPA Airport 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.
- How many pieces of luggage will fit in the vehicle I request through Uber?
Down Small The luggage capacity varies by Uber ride type. For example, an UberX ride can usually hold 2 suitcases while an UberXL ride can usually hold 3 suitcases.*
- How do I cancel my Uber reservation from TPA?
Down Small You can cancel at no charge up to 60 minutes before your reservation pickup time. If you cancel after that, you’ll be charged a cancellation fee if a driver has already been confirmed. In order to cancel, go to your rides in the Activity section of the Uber app.
- Are car seats available for rides from TPA Airport?
Down Small By law, small children are required to be in a car seat. Get more information about our safety policies.
- Are pets or service animals allowed in rides with Uber from TPA?
Down Small Service animals are allowed, and Uber drivers may not refuse a trip because of the presence of one. For pets, however, it’s recommended that you select the Uber Pet option when choosing your ride. Otherwise, it’s up to the discretion of the driver; once a driver is matched, you can message them in the app to make sure. Get more information about our safety policies.
*Luggage space is not guaranteed and depends on the number of passengers in your ride and the type of vehicle. Once you’re matched with a driver, we recommend contacting them through the app to confirm.
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