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Your safety is always our priority

In light of COVID-19 and a heightened concern for public health, TPA has an Airport-wide program dubbed “TPA Ready” that applies best practices designed to slow or stop the spread of germs and viruses. The Airport is also strongly urging passengers and guests to modify behaviors and follow guidelines designed to keep themselves and others healthy and safe.

 

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Trip Planning Information

Mask and Cloth coverings required
FACE MASKS

Per TSA’s removal of its federal mask mandate, masks are now optional at Tampa International Airport, effective immediately. Passengers, employees and guests are no longer required wear masks or face coverings in any of the facilities or terminals at TPA. 

Check with airlines for info
AIRLINE REQUIREMENTS

Many airlines have made the use of face coverings optional while aboard aircraft. Check with your airline for additional guidelines before coming to the airport.

Arrive early to airport
ARRIVE EARLY

Passengers should plan to arrive at the airport at least two hours before departure to help prevent crowding caused by last-minute rushing before scheduled flights.

Onsite offering limitations
SOME LIMITED AMENITIES

While most of our facilities and amenities are open, some may have reduced hours, reduced capacity or limited menus. We recommend travelers check on the availability of parking, dining, shopping and amenities before coming to the airport.

Limiting touchpoints
LIMIT TOUCHPOINTS

Travelers should use carry-on luggage and mobile boarding passes to limit touchpoints. The Airport also offers convenient options to reduce contact with TPA To Go, an app-based system that allows guests to order from their favorite TPA restaurant for pick-up or delivery, and an online booking system to reserve and pre-pay for parking. 

Passenger testing
COVID-19 TESTING

TPA does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing. Click here for a list of available testing sites in Hillsborough County. For questions about COVID-19 testing, visit the Florida Department of Health.

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At the airport

TPA is taking the following health and safety measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19:

Sanitation measures increased
CLEANING AND SANITATION

TPA has employed additional cleaning staff, using cutting-edge disinfection applications and products on surfaces, hand rails and elevator buttons, and adding more hand sanitizers throughout the Airport.

Acrylic Shields Installed
PLASTIC SHIELDS

Plastic or acrylic shields have been installed in key high-traffic areas, including ticket counters, TSA security checkpoints, boarding gate and concessions counters.

Face mask and coverings
FACE MASKS

Per TSA’s removal of its federal mask mandate, masks are now optional at Tampa International Airport, effective immediately. Passengers, employees and guests are no longer required wear masks or face coverings in any of the facilities or terminals at TPA. 

Social distancing floor markings
SOCIAL DISTANCING MARKERS

Ground markings and signs are in place to give guidance on six-foot distancing at ticket counters, boarding gates, shuttles, SkyConnect, concessions counters, US Customs, and other common areas.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there any international nonstop service to and from Tampa Airport?

Tampa International Airport has resumed some international service, such as its nonstop flights to and from the U.K., Germany, Panama and Cuba. You can see a full list of TPA's nonstop routes here. For the latest country-by-country info on travel restrictions, please visit here.

Where and how do I take a COVID-19 test before flying out of TPA?

Tampa International Airport does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing. Click here for a list of available testing sites in Hillsborough County. For questions about COVID-19 testing, visit the Florida Department of Health's COVID-19 site.

Can I bring hand sanitizer through TSA?

TSA is currently allowing one liquid hand sanitizer container, up to 12 ounces per passenger, in carry-on bags until further notice. Since these containers exceed the standard 3.4-ounce allowance typically permitted through a checkpoint, they will need to be screened separately. For more TSA travel tips, please visit www.tsa.gov/coronavirus.

What shops and restaurants are open?

All restaurants and shops are now open, though many have limited hours or menus at the moment. Restaurant, bar and retail hours and information can be found here.

What safety precautions is TPA taking?

We have added numerous safety features as part of our TPA Ready initiatives:

  • More hand sanitizing stations
  • New acrylic barriers at ticketing kiosks, TSA lines and gate areas
  • Added floor stickers to encourage social distancing
  • Face masks are now optional for all airport employees and guests
  • Additional cleaning crews 

How much time should I allow for TPA screening in light of the COVID-19 pandemic?

Tampa International Airport recommends you arrives two hours prior to departure. While elements of the TSA screening process may take longer due to COVID-19, TPA has not seen an increase in checkpoint wait times.

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