Airport Transfers
Private airport transportation from Tampa Airport (TPA) to downtown Tampa, the cruise port, Clearwater Beach, St. Petersburg and St. Pete Beach, booked before you land.
Pre-booked private transportation takes you directly from Tampa International Airport to your hotel, resort or vacation rental.
After immigration, baggage claim and customs, continue outside the terminal to the meeting area named in your confirmation. Your vehicle is reserved only for the passengers on your reservation: unlike a shared shuttle, it makes no extra hotel stops for other travelers, and the price is per vehicle, not per person.
Our airport transportation in Tampa takes you from TPA to hotels in downtown Tampa, Westshore and Ybor City, to the cruise terminals at Port Tampa Bay, to Busch Gardens, and across the bay to Clearwater Beach, St. Petersburg and St. Pete Beach.
Tampa airport transfers start in Baggage Claim on Level 1 of the Main Terminal, on the red or blue side your airline uses, where your driver waits after you ride the shuttle from your Airside. We track your flight, so the pickup follows your real landing time, and the price for the whole vehicle is agreed before you fly, from a sedan for two to a van for a family or group with luggage.
Each Tampa airport transfer goes door to door to your hotel, condo or vacation rental in Tampa, to your ship at Port Tampa Bay, or to the Gulf beaches at Clearwater, St. Pete Beach, Treasure Island and Indian Rocks Beach. Going on to Sarasota, Anna Maria Island or Orlando? Enter the address in the booking form: when a vehicle is available for that route, the price shows before you pay; if it does not, contact us before you fly.
Our Tampa airport shuttle is a private van for your party only, not a shared ride that stops at other hotels and condos along the beaches. It leaves as soon as you have your bags, with room for suitcases, strollers, golf bags and cruise luggage, and suits families, groups and cruise passengers.
From private sedans to group vans. One fixed price per vehicle, whatever your party size.
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Private Sedan
1 to 4 passengers
Private, non-stop transfer. All taxes included.
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Luxury SUV
Up to 6 passengers
Comfortable VIP SUV with premium features.
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Private Van
Up to 8 passengers
Ideal for families and groups with luggage.
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Group Van
Up to 16 passengers
Our largest vehicle. Room for up to 16 passengers and their luggage.
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is west of downtown Tampa, and every flight uses one Main Terminal linked by automated shuttles to four Airsides with the gates: A, C, E and F. After you land, you ride the shuttle from your Airside to Level 3 of the Main Terminal and go down to Baggage Claim on Level 1, which is split into a red side and a blue side by airline.
International flights arrive mainly at Airside F, where you clear US Customs and Border Protection and collect your bags before taking them on the shuttle to the Main Terminal; the airport says this can take an hour or more after landing. Automated Passport Control kiosks and Mobile Passport Control can shorten the line for eligible travelers.
Tampa is on Eastern Time (UTC-5), and UTC-4 during daylight saving time from March to November. The United States uses the US dollar.
Entry to the US. International travelers need a valid passport and either a visa or an approved ESTA under the Visa Waiver Program; Canadian citizens usually need only a passport. Have the address where you are staying ready for the immigration officer.
US customs. Declare food, plants and animal products, and cash or monetary instruments worth more than 10,000 US dollars.
Red side or blue side. Baggage Claim is split by airline into a red side and a blue side, so give your airline and flight number when you book; your driver waits on your side.
Beach condos and cruise days. Many beach condos and vacation-home communities have gates or guest parking rules, so give the full address, unit number and any gate code. On cruise days, give your ship and terminal at Port Tampa Bay.
Terminal, immigration and customs details for Tampa International Airport
1
Immigration, baggage claim, then customs. Representatives can't enter those areas.
2
At the meeting point in your confirmation. Check the company name before getting in.
3
No other stops, no other passengers.
At TPA
Meet in Baggage Claim
Pre-booked drivers meet passengers in Baggage Claim on Level 1 of the Main Terminal, after you ride the shuttle from your Airside.
At TPA
Red side or blue side
Baggage Claim is split into a red side and a blue side by airline, so check which one your airline uses before you land.
Don't accept a ride from someone claiming to know your booking.
Check the company name and reservation details before getting in.
One-way arrival
TPA Hotel
From the airport to your hotel, resort or rental.
One-way departure
Hotel TPA
From where you're staying back to Tampa International Airport.
Round trip
TPA Hotel
Both journeys on one reservation. Give both flights, the return pickup address and the passengers for each. Staying at more than one hotel? Give the full itinerary.
Transportation can also be booked from your hotel, resort or vacation rental to Tampa International Airport. Your pickup time covers the drive plus check-in, security and border procedures, and your airline's instructions come first. Give the correct departure time and terminal when you book.
2 h
before a domestic flight
3 h
before an international flight
We monitor the arrival of the flight on your reservation, but can't find you on a different one. Tell customer service if any of these change:
About one checked suitcase and one carry-on each; the right vehicle depends on the total volume. Tell us about golf clubs, surfboards, bikes, strollers or extra bags.
Request them when booking, with the child's age and size. Availability and any fee are confirmed on your reservation.
Give the wheelchair's size, weight and whether it folds, so a suitable vehicle is assigned.
Ask for authorization before booking and tell us about the animal and its carrier.
Check your side
Your airline uses either the red or the blue side of Baggage Claim; note which before you land.
Shuttle to bags
Every Airside connects to the Main Terminal by an automated shuttle; baggage claim is in the Main Terminal.
International arrivals
Clear US customs at the Airside and bring your bags on the shuttle; allow an hour or more.
US entry
Have your passport and approved ESTA or visa ready, plus the address where you are staying.
Local time
Florida is on Eastern Time and changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
Traveling with a large group, planning a destination wedding, or organizing transportation for a corporate retreat or conference? We offer larger vehicles and multi-vehicle coordination for groups of any size, including multiple pickup points and scheduled transfers timed around your event. Contact us with your group size and itinerary and we'll put together transportation that keeps everyone moving together.
“Absolutely fantastic service! My driver was early, courteous, and the car was immaculate.”
Sarah L. · March 2026
“The ride was comfortable and quick. Quality service that's well worth it.”
James H. · February 2026
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William C. · February 2026
“Booking was simple and the price was clear. No surprises at the airport. Highly recommended.”
María G. · January 2026
24 h
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup, with a full refund. Later cancellations aren't refundable.
Changes
Contact us to change the flight, hotel or pickup time. Deadlines are in the reservation policies.
No-shows
Waiting time, no-shows and extra stops follow the reservation policies you accept at checkout.
Book your transfer online in a few minutes using the form above. If your plans change, contact us as soon as possible to modify your pickup details or cancel your reservation, response times and any applicable fees depend on how close to your pickup date the change is requested.
In Baggage Claim on Level 1 of the Main Terminal, on the red or blue side your airline uses, after you ride the shuttle from your Airside. The meeting point and the driver's contact details are in your confirmation.
Downtown Tampa is about 6 miles (10 km) east of the airport, around 15 minutes outside rush hour. Clearwater Beach is about 20 to 25 miles away, roughly 35 minutes, and St. Pete Beach about 29 miles, around 36 minutes with normal traffic.
Yes. We drive door to door to hotels, condos and vacation rentals in Clearwater and on Clearwater Beach, and along the Gulf beaches to Indian Rocks Beach.
Yes. We drive to hotels and apartments in downtown St. Petersburg and to resorts and condos on St. Pete Beach and Treasure Island.
Yes. We drive you to the cruise terminals at Port Tampa Bay, next to downtown Tampa. Give your ship and terminal number when you book, and your boarding time so the pickup leaves a comfortable margin.
Yes. We drive to hotels near Busch Gardens, in Ybor City, downtown Tampa and the Westshore business district, and to any other address in Tampa.
Sarasota and Anna Maria Island are south of Tampa Bay, and Orlando is inland to the east. Enter the address in the booking form: when a vehicle is available for that route, the price shows before you pay; if it does not, contact us before you fly.
It depends on your airline: Southwest uses Airside C, Delta and Frontier Airside E, JetBlue and United Airside A, and American and most international airlines Airside F. Every Airside connects by shuttle to the same Main Terminal, where your driver meets you.
Yes. Give the full street address, the unit number and any gate code. Many beach condos and vacation-home communities have gates or guest parking rules, and your driver stops at the entrance a car can use.
Yes. Book ahead with your exact flight number and time, so the vehicle is confirmed for your arrival or departure whatever the hour.
There is no need. Booking ahead gives you a confirmed vehicle and a meeting point before you land. If someone approaches you in Baggage Claim, check the company name against your confirmation before getting in.
We monitor the flight on your reservation, so your driver waits for the actual landing. If your flight number, date or airline changes, or your flight is canceled, tell customer service so the pickup can be moved.
Yes. Book a one-way departure or a round trip from your hotel, condo or cruise ship, and give your airline and departure time, so the pickup is set for check-in and security at your Airside.
International passengers clear customs and collect their bags at the Airside, then take the shuttle to the Main Terminal, which the airport says can take an hour or more after landing. Your driver follows your flight, so there is no need to rush.
No. Airport Transportation is a private transfer service that books rides from TPA; we are not the airport or its operator. For Airsides, airlines and other ways to get around, see our Tampa airport page.
We provide private transportation from any airport to any hotel at the best price, and we are licensed with complete insurance liability.
Airport Transportation provides private transportation only, in vans, luxury SUVs, or semi-buses.
Prices on our website are per vehicle, not per person, based on a range of passengers.
Regular vans carry up to 9 passengers, semi-buses up to 16, and luxury SUVs up to 6 passengers.
Walk all the way out of the airport. You'll see representatives holding boards. Look for the Airport Transportation logo or your name.
Commonly Toyota Hiace, Volkswagen Transporter, Mercedes Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter, Chevrolet Tahoe, and Chevrolet Suburban.
Yes. We carry insurance with complete liability for all passengers while using our services.
Baby seats are provided with prior notice, subject to availability, one seat maximum per vehicle.
You can book any time in advance; we suggest one week to one day ahead. Same-day reservations are available.
PayPal is our main payment method; a cash option is also available when booking through our website. Credit cards are accepted through PayPal.
Yes. For your comfort all our units have air conditioning.
During booking we ask for your airline and flight number so we can track delays and wait for you.
Yes, you can add an extra stop to your service during the booking process.
No. Prices are set per passenger range or per vehicle, not per age.
Yes. Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before your pick-up and you are refunded in full. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before service are not refundable.
Yes. While their English may not be native-level, drivers have the skills to communicate with passengers.
Tips are not mandatory but are highly recommended; drivers earn them through service quality.
All prices are in USD. Via PayPal you can pay in almost any currency; cash payments accept USD only.
We can transport domestic pets kept in cages that fit in a normal vehicle.
Yes. There is plenty of room for one suitcase and one carry-on per person.
Every private transfer includes a professional, licensed driver; an insured, well-maintained vehicle; real-time flight monitoring; meet-and-greet service at arrivals; and door-to-door service with no hidden fees added after booking. Your fixed price covers the full route to your destination.
Choose the vehicle for your party and luggage, add your flight, and review the full reservation before you pay.
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