Best & Cheapest Tampa Airport Parking

We have been helping passengers flying out of Tampa Airport since 2004 in finding secure parking options, so we are happy to say that we have 15 years of valuable experience. Tampa International Airport served more than 21 million passengers traveling to 93 destinations in 2018! That is not only a lot of people but also a lot of cars to park.

Many people are interested in finding the closest airport to Tampa, FL with TPA only 11.61 miles (18.70 km) away it makes this airport a very convenient option for travelers.

This Tampa Airport guide will help you find the cheapest and best parking offer that will fit any of your needs. Keep reading to get Tampa Airport parking rates for short and long term parking at Tampa International Airport, view maps, discover helpful tips and links to other useful sites. You will also find information on the Parking Coupons, Discounts, and Deals.

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Top 4 Things You Need to Know before you Drive and Park at Tampa International Airport

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• Arrivals/Departures

On-Site Airport Parking Tampa Rates & Availability

Whether you’re looking for a convenient valet or economical uncovered parking spot, you will find an appropriate parking choice at the Airport. Daily parking rates vary based on the parking option - from $10 per day for Economy Parking to $30 per day for Valet parking.

See below for a full list of all short and long term parking prices.

• Valet Parking is the most convenient and most expensive parking option located just a short walk from Terminal. Pick-ups and drop-offs are available 24/7 on Level 5 of the Short Term Garage. They offer car detailing as well. The rates are $2 per half-hour or $30 per day.
• Short Term Garage is easily accessible via an elevator, and it features Levels 4-9 above the Main Terminal. It is great for those who need a parking spot for an hour or two since the first 60 minutes are free. 61-80 minutes cost $4, and each additional 20 minutes are $2. The daily rate is $22.
• Long Term Garage is a good option for a short term parking spot as well, and it is adjacent to the Main Terminal. To get there, use a walkway to the Terminal on Level 4 or monorail on Level 7. You can also use the assistance phones in each elevator bank. The first hour is free. 61-80 minutes cost $4, and each additional 20 minutes are $2. The daily rate is $18.
• Economy Garage & Lot is the farthest parking option, but it is the cheapest one. You can use SkyConnect train on Level 1 of the garage to easily reach the Main Terminal. The rate is only $1 per 20 minutes or $10 per day. SunPass is accepted for all garages.

Accessible Parking / Handicapped Parking

Airport parking for people with disabilities is available in all airport parking areas. After entering any parking facility, simply follow signs for designated disabled parking spots. Use SkyConnect to get to the Economy Parking Garage or Monorail to reach the Long Term Garage. Assistance phones are also located throughout parking facilities at elevator lobbies.

Hotels with free parking and complimentary shuttle

Searching for a nice hotel in the area that will provide you with free airport shuttle service? We can help you with that as well. Park Sleep and Fly Packages are getting more and more popular - they allow you to get a good night rest, leave your car in a safe parking spot in the morning, and start your trip without any worry.

The following hotels offer free parking, free TPA Airport shuttle, and various other services and amenities. Check out the best hotel parking near Tampa Airport for 2021:

• Marriott Tampa Westshore: free parking for up to 14 days;
• Holiday Inn Westshore: free parking for up to 21 days, free WiFi;
• Fairfield Inn and Suites Tampa Fairgrounds: free 10-day parking, free breakfast;
• Hyatt Place: 14 days of free parking, free WiFi access;
• Embassy Suites by Hilton: free 7-day parking.

Quick Links

• Cheapest Long Term Parking at TPA
• Cheapest Short Term Parking at TPA

Important Tampa International Airport Facts

Address: 4100 George J Bean Pkwy, Tampa, FL 33607, USA Phone Number: 813-870-8700

The Cell Phone Waiting Lot is situated south of the Main Terminal, right across from TPA Economy Parking (a 5-minute drive to the terminal). It is available to all those waiting for an arriving passenger. There is no limit and no charge. You can also use their restrooms, free internet access, or vending machines.

• The cheapest month to fly to Tampa Airport is January.
• To get lower Tampa Airport rates, book at least 2 weeks before departure.
• 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Tampa Int’l for the following prices or even less: from Chicago
• The cheapest airline ticket to Tampa Airport currently is $61 round-trip between Houston and Tampa. Find out more information about cheap flights from TampaHere

Tampa Airport Transportation Shuttle Services

Looking for transfers from Tampa Airport to Clearwater Beach, downtown, or from TPA to Cruise Port? Rest easy, you have numerous options. Airport shuttles are a great transportation choice, so you can use Super Shuttle Tampa to the downtown area for only $15. Check out all your shuttle options here.

Uber and Lyft can also pick passengers up at TPA. Using any TNC to the downtown area would cost at least $16 or $32 if going to Clearwater Beach.

Public transportation is the cheapest but the slowest option. It will take about 25 minutes to reach downtown Tampa or up to 45 minutes to Clearwater. Regular cash fares for shuttle buses to downtown start at $2.25.

Tampa City Guide

Tampa is a city and major business center in Florida situated along the Gulf Coast. There are many interesting places in the city, such as amazing Busch Gardens Tampa Bay theme park or Adventure Island. Those who love animals should check out the Florida Aquarium and Zoo at Lowry Park.

If you’re interested in science, history, or art, there are various museums in the city offering exhibits, works, and activities. Some of them are the Museum of Science & Industry, Tampa Museum of Art, and the Glazer Children’s Museum. Tampa Theatre is located in the Uptown District that provides many films every day.

TPA Airport parking FAQs

• How much does it cost to park in long term TPA parking?

The Economy Garage is the cheapest parking option - it is only $10/day. There are a few other options, and you can see all of them listed above.

• Does the airport offer free parking?

Free parking at TPA is available for those who are waiting for an arriving passenger at the Cell Phone Lot. Additionally, both long and short term garages offer free 1-hour parking.

• If I’m picking up/dropping off someone, is there any cost?

No, there isn’t. You can use the Cell Phone Lot free of charge and stay as long as you need.

• Is there disabled parking, and is it free?

Tampa Int’l Airport provides parking spaces for disabled persons in all airport parking facilities, but they are not free. See the above list for information about parking rates.

• How much is Short Term parking at TPA going to cost?

The first 60 minutes are free in both long and short term garages. 61-80 minutes cost $4, and each additional 20 minutes are $2. Tampa Airport Economy Garage rate is $1 per 20 minutes.

• Is there a phone number available for Tampa Airport parking inquiries?

Yes! For further information about parking, please call (813) 870-8791.

• Are shuttles offered for Economy Parking Garage?

You can use SkyConnect train to reach the garage.

If you need help in finding any parking lot, check out this Tampa Airport Parking map.