Main Terminal
Nine levels. Level 1 is baggage claim, Level 2 is airline ticketing, Level 3 is the transfer level with shuttles to the airsides, and Levels 4 to 9 are the Short Term Garage. Airline check-in is split into Red and Blue sides.
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa, Florida KTPA #27 US airport by passengers
At 4100 George J. Bean Parkway in Tampa, Florida, on the west side of the city near Tampa Bay.
- FAA status
- No delays reported Updated 2 min ago
- Weather now
- VFR 80°F Observed 5 h ago
- Late departures
- 26.4%May 2026 to July 2026
- Security line
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TPA at a glance
Tampa International has one central Main Terminal and four separate airside buildings (A, C, E and F), each reached by its own automated shuttle from Level 3 of the Main Terminal. Ticketing is on Level 2, baggage claim is on Level 1, and the Main Terminal is divided into a Red side and a Blue side.
A fifth building, Airside D, is under construction northwest of the Main Terminal and is scheduled to open to the public in 2029 as a 16-gate international arrivals and departures facility. TPA also replaced the Airside A and C shuttles with new cars in 2026, and CLEAR is expected to launch at the security checkpoints this fall.
A separate train, the SkyConnect, links the Main Terminal with the Economy Garage and the Rental Car Center. It does not go to the airsides.
Main airlines: Southwest, Alaska and Avelo use Airside C. Delta, Frontier, Air Canada and Aeromexico use Airside E. American, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, WestJet, Porter and Copa use Airside F. JetBlue, United, Breeze and Sun Country use Airside A.
FAA delay status for TPA
The FAA is not reporting a ground stop, ground delay program or other delay at TPA right now.
Source: FAA National Airspace System Status, checked 2 min ago. Airline-specific delays are not shown here.
Current conditions at TPA
VFR
80°F27°C
Good visibility and high cloud base. Normal operations are typical.
- Wind
- 150° 6 mph
- Visibility
- 7 mi
- Clouds
- FEW 800 ft, FEW 3,000 ft, SCT 12,000 ft, SCT 25,000 ft
- Ceiling
- None
- Pressure
- 29.93 inHg
METARMETAR KTPA 101153Z 15005KT 7SM FEW008 FEW030 SCT120 SCT250 27/26 A2993 RMK AO2 SLP134 OCNL LTGIC DSNT SW-NW CB DSNT SW-NW T02670256 10272 20267 53016
Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center. Observed 5 h ago.
Active weather alerts
- High Surf AdvisoryHigh Surf Advisory issued October 10 at 9:55AM EDT until October 10 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
- Rip Current StatementRip Current Statement issued October 10 at 9:55AM EDT until October 11 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
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On-time performance at TPA
Based on 18,541 departures from May 2026 to July 2026. A flight counts as late when it leaves 15 or more minutes after schedule.
26.4%Departures late
27.0%Arrivals late
1.22%Cancelled
20.5 minAverage departure delay
| Airline | Departures | Late |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines | 6,062 | 33.7% |
| Delta Air Lines | 3,612 | 21.6% |
| American Airlines | 3,428 | 26.4% |
| United Airlines | 1,947 | 18.9% |
| Frontier Airlines | 1,645 | 21.0% |
| JetBlue Airways | 1,268 | 23.7% |
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics, On-Time Performance of reporting carriers. Smaller regional carriers and some airlines are not included.
Late departures by month
Terminals
Airside A
JetBlue, United, Breeze and Sun Country, per the airport's airline directory.
Airside C
Southwest, Alaska and Avelo.
Airside E
Delta, Frontier, Air Canada and Aeromexico. Home to the Delta Sky Club.
Airside F
American Airlines and most international carriers, including British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, WestJet, Porter, Copa, Avianca, Cayman Airways, Discover and Edelweiss. International arrivals clear U.S. Customs and Border Protection here.
Airside D (under construction)
A new 16-gate airside that the airport says will open in 2029. The airport's earlier Airside D was demolished in 2007.
Moving between terminals
Each airside has its own automated shuttle from Level 3 of the Main Terminal. There is no direct link between airsides, so to change airsides you ride back to the Main Terminal and take the other airside's shuttle. Each airside also has its own security checkpoint, so a connection that involves leaving the secure area means clearing security again.
Getting to and from TPA
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Rail
SkyConnect
A free train from the Main Terminal (boarding on Levels 1 to 3) to the Economy Garage and the Rental Car Center. It runs 24 hours a day with reduced frequency from about 12:30 a.m. to 4:30 a.m., when waits can be around 10 minutes.
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Bus
HART buses
HART serves the airport with routes including Route 30 to downtown Tampa (Marion Transit Center and Whiting Street, where it connects to the TECO Line Streetcar). The airport says the HART and PSTA bus stop is at the Rental Car Center remote curb, reached by SkyConnect. HART's own site has described a curbside stop near the Red Baggage Claim, so follow the posted signs.
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Rideshare and taxi
Red and Blue Express Curbsides
Uber, Lyft and Wridz pick up at the Red Express Curbside, the Blue Express Curbside or the SkyCenter One remote curb, and the airport adds a $5.00 fee to the fare. Yellow Cab taxis are at the Ground Transportation areas Red 1 and Blue 2.
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Shuttle
Hotel and charter shuttles
Pick-ups and drop-offs are in the four ground transportation quad lots (Blue 1, Blue 2, Red 1 and Red 2) on Level 1. The departure level's west crossover drives are closed to buses.
Tips for TPA
- Ticketing and baggage claim are split into Red and Blue sides, and your airline is assigned one of them. Check the airport's airline page before you arrive.
- Several airlines (American, Delta, Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest and United) take part in Remote Bag Check; the airport lists participating airlines on its FAQ page.
- International arrivals clear customs on the lower level of Airside F, then take the shuttle to the Main Terminal to collect bags on Level 1.
- The Airside D work includes a shuttle guideway across George J. Bean Parkway, and the airport has announced overnight closures and detours near the Red side of the Main Terminal. Expect some detours.
- The SkyConnect station for the Rental Car Center is entered between P.F. Chang's and Hard Rock Cafe if you walk from an airside without bags.
Frequently asked questions
Which airside does my airline use at TPA?
Southwest, Alaska and Avelo use Airside C. Delta, Frontier and Air Canada use Airside E. American and most international airlines use Airside F. JetBlue, United, Breeze and Sun Country use Airside A. Confirm on the airport airline page.
Can I walk between airsides at TPA?
No. Each airside has its own shuttle from the Main Terminal, so you go back to the Main Terminal first. Security checkpoints are at each airside.
Is there a hotel inside Tampa airport?
The Tampa Airport Marriott is connected to the Main Terminal on Level 3 with an indoor walkway.
How do I reach the Rental Car Center?
Take the SkyConnect train from the Main Terminal. With bags, go to baggage claim and take the elevator or escalator to the boarding level of the station.
What is the cheapest parking at TPA?
The Economy Garage and lot, with a listed maximum of $22 per 24 hours as of August 2026, reached by SkyConnect. The first hour is free and the airport says booking ahead is cheaper.
Is CLEAR available at Tampa airport?
The airport approved CLEAR+ lanes for all four airsides, with a start expected this fall. Check the airport site for the launch date.
How much does the Short Term Garage cost at TPA?
The first hour is free. The airport lists $8 for 1 to 2 hours and $8 for each additional hour, capped at $32 per 24 hours including tax. The garage is covered and connects to the Main Terminal by elevator.
Where are the lounges at TPA?
The Delta Sky Club is in Airside E near gate E68, and the American Admirals Club is in Airside F near gate F85. Both need membership, an eligible card or qualifying travel. The USO Center is on the Main Terminal ticketing level before security, for active military and their families.
Is Wi-Fi free at TPA?
Yes, throughout the terminal and airsides. Guides list the network as "TPA Free WiFi", and you accept the terms on the sign-in page. The name can change, so check the airport website or signs.
How busy is TPA?
About 12,110,427 passengers boarded flights at Tampa International Airport in 2025, according to FAA enplanement data. That ranks it number 27 among US airports.
How often are flights late at TPA?
Over May 2026 to July 2026, 26.4% of departures at TPA left 15 or more minutes late, and 1.22% of flights were cancelled (Bureau of Transportation Statistics).
Guide content last reviewed October 8, 2026. Report a correction