Car rental at Tampa airport

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Decided to rent a car in Tampa airport? Here’s Everything You Need to Know:

Eight kilometers (five miles) west of the city of Tampa, Florida USA, there is an airport of the same name serving as the city itself < a href="/en/united-states-of-america/rent-a-car-tampa" target="_blank">Tampa and nearby cities like Lakeland, Clearwater, Oldsmar, etc.

  • The airport is located at: Tampa International Airport, Hillsborough Country Aviation Authority, P.O. Box 22287, Tampa, Florida, 33622-2297, United States
  • IATA: TPA
  • Official website: www.tampaairport.com
  • Help Desk: +1 813 870 87 00
  • GPS Coordinates: 27.97987, -82.535416

Tampa Airport has one terminal with four airsides: A, C, E, F; the total number of exits to the aircraft is 60. A special feature of the airport are automated shuttles SkyConnect for the transport of passengers, which connect the main building of the airport with all four onboard zones. The airport has three runways. At the same time, it receives and sends hundreds of flights daily. Most of the flights are domestic flights, while international flights depart to: Toronto, London, Frankfurt, Havana, Montreal, Zurich and more

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At the airport, there are ATMs, currency exchange, catering places, DutyFree & Shopping. Leisure facilities at the airport include Tampa Airport Marriott; there are also a large number of hotels near the air harbor, in particular: Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay, Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel, AC Hotel by Marriott Tampa Airport.


How to get to downtown Tampa.

There are several ways to get from Tampa Airport to the city:

  • Public city transportation is provided by < a href="http://www.gohart.org/" target="_blank">Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) route 30 to Northwest Transfer Center to transfer to other city buses;
  • Taxi. The minimum fare is $15;
  • Transfer from the hotel. Many hotels in the city provide a shuttle service.
  • Having rented a car at the airport. Own transport provides freedom of movement. Distance to the city center will be about 10 miles and travel time about 15 minutes. Several expressways traverse the city, including routes 275 (closest to the airport), 75, 4, and the Selmon Expressway.

Getting from the airport to the city center Tampa, for example to Tampa Bay History Center by car located at 801 Water St, Tampa, FL 33602, United States, via Memorial Hwy, then:

  • or turn onto I-275 (crosses the city to the center from west to east, and then leaves in a northerly direction; the highway allows you to move without unnecessary stops), and at the next interchange, turn onto N Tampa St. This route will also lead to other cultural sites located fairly close to each other, in particular: Tampa Police Museum, Tampa Museum of Art, The Florida Aquarium;
  • or, after driving a little further, turn onto W Kennedy Blvd and then onto FL-618 Toll (Toll road). Both of these roads are one of the main arteries of the city. W Kennedy Blvd is located parallel to I-275 and houses a variety of shops including supermarkets, cafes, banks, hotels. Crossing into FL-618 Toll (Toll road), both roads allow you to cross the city from west to east through its center.


How to find a rental car office at Tampa Airport

Find office of the rental company and renting a car at the airport is not difficult. The offices of all car rental companies are gathered in one place - a car rental center, which can be reached from the central building of the airport by free SkyConnect shuttles. Car rental desks at the airport are also available in the blue and red baggage claim areas.

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Good to know

Most Popular Agency

Thrifty

Most popular car class

Compact

Average price

26 € / Day

Best price

19 € / Day

Monthly price chart: Average price per week of rent

January
€243
February
€214
March
€215
April
€238
May
€249
June
€297
July
€319
August
€298
September
€263
October
€273
November
€223
December
€306

* The average cost of renting a car in Tampa airport for seven days. The data is calculated based on car bookings for the previous 365 days.

A percentage showing the monthly occupancy of the fleet of available vehicles. During August, there is a maximum demand for car rental, which entails a decrease in the range of cars available for order. You should take care of booking a car in Tampa airport in advance, this will allow you to get the preferred option on the most favorable financial terms.

The best time to rent a car in Tampa airport is November. This month, rental prices are minimal, below the annual average by 34%, and start from €24 for a Compact car.

In the summer, you should be prepared for an increase in the cost of rent. Price growth can be about 30-50% with a simultaneous reduction in the range of available offers. For example, the average price during July for Mercedes C Class starts from €32 per day.

Rental locations in nearby cities

Nearest airports

Sarasota Airport
66.1 km / 41.1 miles
Orlando airport
129.9 km / 80.7 miles
Sanford Airport International
154 km / 95.7 miles
Fort Myers airport (florida)
176.9 km / 109.9 miles
Melbourne (Florida) Airport
187.2 km / 116.3 miles
Daytona airport
196.3 km / 122 miles
West Palm Beach Airport
281 km / 174.6 miles
Jacksonville airport (Florida)
291.3 km / 181 miles

Nearest cities

Tampa
8.4 km / 5.2 miles
Sarasota
71.9 km / 44.7 miles
Orlando
129.1 km / 80.2 miles
West Palm Beach
282.6 km / 175.6 miles

Average daily prices by car class

4x
2x
A/C
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Citroen C1
Citroen C1
€14 / Day
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2x
A/C
4x
Ford Fiesta
Ford Fiesta
€18 / Day
5x
3x
A/C
4x
Audi A4
Audi A4
€32 / Day
5x
4x
A/C
5x
Ford Foxus Estate
Ford Foxus Estate
€33 / Day
4x
3x
A/C
5x
BMW X1
BMW X1
€33 / Day
4x
3x
A/C
4x
BMW 5 series
BMW 5 series
€45 / Day
8x
4x
A/C
5x
Ford Tourneo
Ford Tourneo
€55 / Day
4x
2x
A/C
2x
BMW 4 Cabrio
BMW 4 Cabrio
€65 / Day

In Tampa airport you can choose from over 40 models of different car classes and for any budget. We provide only new cars with low mileage. You can easily choose a familiar car, and we guarantee its safety and perfect technical condition.

The cost of car rental per day directly depends on the season, car class and rental period. The more days, the cheaper average daily cost. A modest economy car will cost at least €15 per day. In the middle segment, the offer range is €47-€53 per day. Business class car prices start at €53. In the high season, absolutely all rental cars become more expensive, especially rare models and convertibles. So, in summer in Tampa airport popular with tourists VW Beetle Cabrio costs at least €65 per day.

Recently, in Tampa airport has seen a rise in demand for electric car rentals. They do not pollute nature and save money. The city has free parking and cheap charging stations. To rent an electric car in Tampa airport, select the appropriate filter in the car search and fill in the dates you need. The best option could be Mercedes EQC.

Documents required for car rental

Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!

A valid international driver's license is required!

10 Key Tips for a Smooth Car Rental Experience

Download Google maps for offline access

Before the trip, we recommend that you download the necessary maps to the Google Maps application on your smartphone. This will allow you to build travel routes and use offline navigation on the ground. Thus, you can significantly save on Internet roaming charges, as well as on the "Navigator" service. Downloading the map is easy. You should select the required area, set the desired scale and enter "ok maps" in the search field.

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Book in advance

Tampa airport is now in ever-increasing demand, which affects the high demand for car rental. By booking online, you can avoid any unpleasant surprises after you arrive at your destination. Both with the car itself and with its rent.

It is better to book a car at least one and a half months before the trip. As the required date approaches, the number of available offers is reduced, and the cost of the remaining models increases. If plans change and the trip is postponed, then you can cancel the rental without any sanctions 2 days before it starts.

Which car to choose for rent

Choose a car according to the purpose of your trip. You can drive around the city and its surroundings in a compact car Toyota Aygo or Ford Focus. These models are the most popular with our customers in Tampa airport.

In the mountains, more powerful transport will be required. Pay attention to the volume of the engine - it must be more than 1.6 liters. An all-wheel drive crossover would be ideal. VW Passat Estate will cost €32 per day. By the way, before leaving, do not forget to refuel with a margin. On the rises, the fuel goes one and a half to two times more. Gas stations in mountain villages are rare.

What you need to pay attention to when receiving a car

Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.

The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.

Insurance advice

Rental companies in Tampa airport may offer different insurance options. They differ in price and set of options. Here are the basic types:

  • Third Party Liability (TPL)/Third Liability Protection (TLP). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
  • Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
  • Theft Insurance (TI)/Theft Protection (TP)/Theft Waiver (TW). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
  • Super Loss Damage Waiver (SLDW)/Theft Protection+Collision Damage Waiver (TP+CDW). Full protection against theft and damage, even if you are the culprit of the accident.
  • Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.

If you want to save money and choose the cheapest insurance, carefully inspect the car upon receipt. Make sure the machine is not damaged. Tampa airport 4

Check out the fuel policy

When renting a car, you should pay attention to the fuel policy of rental companies. Often, when renting, tourists have to pay the cost of a full tank of fuel. This option is suitable for long-term rentals and long trips. But if you're only renting Tampa airport for a day or two, or if you're only planning short trips, such as to a small island, then you probably won't need a full tank. You can get acquainted with the fuel policy in the "Important information" section of the car you have chosen.

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Unlimited mileage

The rental company may set a daily mileage limit. You will have to pay extra for exceeding the limit. Please check this condition before booking. It is possible that a more expensive rental option will turn out to be more profitable in the end: it will not require any additional expenses. To filter cars with unlimited mileage - use the "Mileage" filter in the search results.

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Compare prices and conditions from different car rental companies

When choosing a rental car in Tampa airport, you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.

How to choose a rental company

It is recommended to rent a car in trusted companies, that is, in those whose services you have already used. You can also focus on the rating of our site, which is displayed next to the name of the company in the search results.Tampa airport 7

Ceteris paribus, preference should be given to larger companies that have a high level of service and a large selection of cars. The best rental companies in Tampa airport are SIXT with an average rating of 9 points and BUDGET (rating - 8.9).

Getting a car at a rental office

Getting a rented car in Tampa airport is as follows: You show the manager a voucher, as well as the necessary documents - a passport and an international driver's license. The manager draws up a lease agreement, after which the agreed amount of the security deposit will be blocked on your bank card. Before receiving the car, it is necessary to inspect it, fix the existing damage and inform the manager about them.

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