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Pensacola Airport Information

Use Orbitz.com to find cheap flights from Pensacola and choose from any of the major domestic airlines that service the airport, including AirTran, US Airways Express, American Eagle, United, Delta and Delta Connection. Pensacola International Airport serves Florida's greater Pensacola region from its central location just five miles north of the downtown area. Getting to the airport from the city is easy by taking 9th Avenue to 12th Avenue to Airport Boulevard.

Airport Parking in Pensacola

You have three parking options at the Pensacola airport. Surface lots are located within easy walking distance of the terminal, with a maximum rate of $8.50 per day. Overflow parking is available in the shuttle lot for the same $8.50-per-day rate, and the airport offers free shuttle service to take you back and forth to the terminal from your car. Covered garage parking is also available for $10.50 per day

Ground Transportation in Pensacola

The most economical way to get to the airport from the city is via a share-a-ride shuttle or taxi. Reserve your shuttle in advance to get to the airport on time. The city of Pensacola sets standard taxi rates, so you should be charged the same amount no matter what cab company you choose. Expect to pay $2 for the first 1/9th mile and $.25 for each additional 1/9th mile, with an $11 minimum fare. Save enough money to hire a private car service when you use Orbitz.com to purchase discount air tickets.

Restaurants in the Pensacola Airport

There is only one full bar and sit-down restaurant inside the Pensacola airport. Varona's Restaurant is located in the public area before the security checkpoint. Once you have entered the post-security gate areas, your purchases are limited to grab-and-go snacks and beverages. If you are about to embark on a long flight, you might want to consider stopping at one of the full-service restaurants just outside of the airport, such as Bonefish Grill on 12th Avenue or O'Brien's Bistro on Bayou Boulevard. Enjoy your travels, and remember to use Orbitz.com the next time you want to find cheap flights from Pensacola.

Tampa Airport Information

Use Orbitz.com to book one of the many flights to Tampa International Airport, the major airport serving the Tampa-St. Petersburg area. Most major domestic and international airlines fly in and out of the Tampa airport, which is located at 4100 George J Bean Parkway, roughly eight miles northwest of the downtown Tampa area.

Ground Transportation in Tampa

There are several options for ground transportation from the Tampa airport. Pick up the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit bus (HART) near the red baggage claim area, or grab a taxi or share-a-ride van at the ground transportation quadrants located in each corner of the baggage claim area. Most cab companies charge a $2 fee plus $2.25 for each mile, with a minimum $15 charge for each trip. For the ultimate mobility during your stay, use Orbitz.com to add a rental car to your travel package.

Tampa Weather Information

Tampa has a relatively mild climate. Winter temperatures rarely drop below 55 degrees Fahrenheit, and summer temperatures top out at around 90 degrees. Dress for summer, but bring a light jacket for those cool nights and a waterproof slicker for the inevitable afternoon storms.

What to Do in Tampa

To get the most out of your Tampa trip, attend a few of the city's outdoor festivals and celebrations. Each Saturday evening throughout the summer, you can attend Saturday Sunsets on the Trail at Treasure Island or the Holmes Beach Concerts in the Park series. The Fun 'N Sun festival and the annual Tampa-Hillsborough Storytelling Festival run through the spring, and Art in the Park and the Bridge Street Market are weekly events. Enjoy your Tampa vacation, and don't forget to use Orbtiz.com to book cheap flights to Tampa for your next trip.