About Us

Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the premier gateway to the West Coast of Florida, serving approximately 25 million passengers per year with more than 100 nonstop domestic and international destinations. The Aviation Authority is responsible for the management and development of Tampa International Airport, Peter O. Knight Airport; Tampa Executive Airport; and the Plant City Airport.

Best Large Airport - Number 1 Tampa International Airport - Reader's Choice Awards USA Today 10 Best 2025

Ranked among the best airports in the United States, Tampa International Airport provides one of the most convenient and pleasant airport experiences in the world:

  • Short walking distances to gates
  • Quick security wait times
  • Friendly staff
  • Modern shops and restaurants
  • Convenient parking options

Airport Facts

Do you want to know TPA's rank by size among U.S. airports? How many people traveled in and out of TPA last year?  What are the top 10 markets out of Tampa?

Learn these interesting facts by viewing the TPA Airport Fact Sheet!

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