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You can easily reach Tampa International Airport from the city center by taxi. If you prefer public transportation, you can take a bus. There are also shuttle services to the airport. Some hotels have their own airport shuttle services. If you have rented a car for your journey, you can arrive at the airport by this car.

Bus

You can easily get to the airport in a short time by the bus number 15 you can get on from the city center. One-way ticket is 2 dollars per person.

Taxi

Taxi transportation is very common throughout Tampa. You can easily get a taxi in the city center and reach the airport comfortably by paying about 25 dollars. All taxis have taximeters and the fares are fixed. So, you can feel comfortable about the taxi fare you will pay. If you want, you can contact your hotel and ask them to arrange a taxi for you upon your arrival at the airport.

Rent a car

There are the offices of many car rental companies in Tampa city center. You can rent an affordable car for a comfortable journey and you can reach the airport by this car. You can rent a car online as well as you hotel can help you with this. You should keep in mind that you need to have an international driver’s license if you want to drive a car or ride a motorbike in Tampa.

Airport Shuttle Services

Airport shuttle services consist of air-conditioned, modern and comfortable buses that run on a specific route and have certain departure times. You are strongly advised to get information about the closest stops and departure times in advance. You hotel can also help you with this. 3 baggages are included in the shuttle service, but if you have more baggage, you may be charged an extra fee for each.  The airport shuttle service is charged based on the distance. It costs about 25-35 dollars to reach the airport from the city center by shuttle services.

Hotel Shuttle Services

Many hotels in Tampa have their own shuttle services. Before making your reservation, you should contact your hotel in advance to make sure that this service is available or not.

Airport Information

Tampa International Airport was referred to as the Drew Field Military Airport and used for military flights before the 1960s, when it has undergone major changes and begun to serve for civil flights. The airport had undertaken important duties during the World War II. Today, it stands out as a very modern and big airport. Tampa International Airport is located about 6 miles west to the city center. There is heavy air traffic in the city during which the tourism is the most active. The airport is often used as a transit hub and more than 100 flights a day are carried out during this busy period.

At the airport, the food and beverage areas are located at several different points including many bars, restaurants and cafes that appeal to different tastes. There are also many souvenir shops, accessory shops, clothing stores, cosmetic and duty-free shops. Free wi-fi service is available throughout the airport.

You can easily get to the Tampa International Airport from the city center by taxi. If you prefer public transport, you can reach the airport by bus. Airport shuttle services are also available. Some hotels have their own shuttle services. If you have rented a car during your trip, you can also reach the airport by driving.

Bus

You can easily get to the airport from the city center by taking the bus number 15 in a very short time. One way ticket is 2$ per person.

Taxi

Taxi is a very common means of transportation throughout Tampa. You can easily find a taxi in the city center and easily arrive at the airport by paying 25$ on average. Each taxi have a taximeter and charges are standard. For this reason, you can be comfortable with the amount you will pay. You can talk to your hotel and ask the concierge service to arrange a taxi waiting for you at your departure time.

Rent a car

There are a lot of car rental offices in Tampa city center. For a comfortable trip, you can rent an affordable car and even get to the airport for your return flight by driving. You can rent a car online or you can ask your hotel to help you with this. You should remember that you need to have an international driver license or you need to have international driving permit in order to drive a car or motorbike in Tampa.

Airport Shuttle Services

Airport shuttle services consist of the air-conditioned, modern and comfortable buses that operate on a specific route and have a certain departure times. You are strongly recommended to get information about the closest shuttle stop and departure time in advance. You hotel can also help you with this. 3 piece of baggage are included in ticket price; if you have more baggage, you may be charged an extra fee for each. The price of these services is based on the distance. You can reach the airport from the city center by paying 25-35$ for airport shuttle service.

Hotel Shuttle Services

Many hotels in Tampa have their own airport shuttle services. In order to benefit from this service, you should contact your hotel beforehand to make sure that this service is available or not and make your reservation.

Airport Information

Tampa International Airport was referred to as the Drew Field Military Airport and used for military flights before the 1960s, when it has undergone major changes and begun to serve for civil flights. The airport had undertaken important duties during the World War II. Today, it stands out as a very modern and big airport. Tampa International Airport is located about 6 miles west to the city center. There is heavy air traffic in the city during which the tourism is the most active. The airport is often used as a transit hub and more than 100 flights a day are carried out during this busy period.

At the airport, the food and beverage areas are located at several different points including many bars, restaurants and cafes that appeal to different tastes. There are also many souvenir shops, accessory shops, clothing stores, cosmetic and duty-free shops. Free wi-fi service is available throughout the airport.

Taxi

Taxi rates in Dubai are quite cheap. Since the airport is located in such close proximity to the city center taxis are one of the most preferred methods of transportation. Especially if you’re traveling with a few people! Airport taxis belong to a state-run company and all of them operate by using a taximeter. Most of the taxi drivers are immigrants who speak English. The taxi ride to the city center from the airport is quite short, when there’s no traffic. For example, it takes about 10 minutes to get to the city center and about 15 minutes to get to the World Trade Center. You can find airport taxis at the arrivals hall exit of every terminal. 

Bus

Buses are the cheapest transportation alternative to get to the city center but taking a taxi is a bit more laborious. Buses are also a slower method of transportation especially if you have a lot of luggage and land during rush hour.  People who are familiar with the city generally prefer taking the bus. You can access different buses from the airport’s three terminals. However, the main bus line passes by the bus stop in front of Terminal 1. Most of the international flights to Dubai land at Terminal 1. Some lines pass by more than one terminal. There are bus lines with various routes that run every 20-30 minutes from Terminal 1. The most widely used bus lines to get to the city center are lines 401 and 402. Bus line 401 departs from Dubai International Airport and goes to the Al Sabkha stop, with stops along the way including DNATA, Al Maktoum Road, and Deira Taxi Station.

Bus line 402 departs from the airport and goes to the Al Ghubaiba stop, with stops along the way including Deira City Center, Al Karama, Golden Sands, and Al Mankhool.

In addition to these two main lines there are other lines that pass in front of Terminal 1. You can take the C1 bus to Satwa Bus Station, bus No. 4 to the Rashidiya stop or Gold Souq stop, or bus X28 to destinations that are further away, like the Jebel Ali stop. You can also access these stops taking other buses that follow different routes.

Buses usually operate from 5 am to 11 pm. The operating hours for certain bus lines can vary. There are also bus lines that operate at night. For example the C1 line is a night bus, which departs from Terminal 3, passes by Terminal 1, and runs on the following route to the Satwa Bus Station, Cargo Village, Flame Intersection, DNATA, Clock Tower, and El Maktum.

The N4 bus, which goes to the same station but passes through Deira City Center, is another. The N1 night bus departs from Terminal 2, stops at Terminal 1, and goes through Deira City Center all the way to the Jebel Ali Gardens.

Passengers going to Abu Dhabi from Dubai need to get on the buses departing from Al Ghubaiba. Abu Dhabi is located 160 km from the city center and the bus ride there takes about 2 hours.

Similarly, those who want to go to Sharjah, which is located 10 km from Dubai, can find buses that depart from the same stop. One thing to take note of is making sure to get your bus ticket or bus card before boarding the bus because you cannot pay in cash on the bus. You can purchase a single use or daily use bus card. You have to swipe your card twice on the bus, once when you get on and once when you get off. 

Metro

One of the easiest and most comfortable transportation alternatives to get to the city center is by metro. By using Dubai’s modern metro network you can get to the city center and surrounding locations avoiding any traffic. A standard metro ticket is slightly more expensive than the bus but it is still very reasonable. The metro also features different ticket classes for those who want a more comfortable experience. The Gold Class ticket is twice as much as a standard ticket. The Dubai Metro also has areas reserved solely for women and children. These areas are not mandatory but women who want can travel in a separate section by using these areas. The Dubai Metro runs from 5:50 am to midnight, except on Fridays. On Fridays the metro doesn’t start to run until 1 pm. If you have to go to the airport after midnight you won’t be able to use the metro.

The Dubai Metro operates two lines, the Red Line and the Green Line. You can access the Red Line from Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 at the airport. The metro system is fully automated and runs without a driver. The metro departs every 4 to 8 minutes.

Trains that depart from the Rashidiya Station to Jebel Ali Metro Station pass by the following stops respectively, Emirates, Airport Terminal 3, Airport Terminal 1, GIGICO, Deira City Center, Al Rigga, Union, Burjuman, Al Karama, Al Jafiliya, World Trade Center, Emirates Tower, Financial Centre, Dubai Mall, Business Bay, Noor Bank, First Gulf Bank, Mall of Emirates, Sharaf, Dubai Internet City, Nakheel, Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Lakes Tower, Nakheel Harbour, Ibn Battuta, Energy and Danube. A significant part of this route is above ground so you can enjoy views of the city. The Union and Burjuman stops along this route intersect with the Green Line, which passes through the Old City. Passengers can transfer to the Green Line from these stops and head to different areas. The Green Line operates between the Etisalat Metro Station and the Creek Metro Station. Stations on the Green Line are Etisalat, Al Qusais, Dubai Airport Free Zone, Al Nahda, Statdium, Al Qiyadah, Abu Hail, Abu Baker Al Siddique, Salah Al Din, Union, Baniyas Square, Palm Deira, Al Ras, Al Ghubaiba, Al Fahidi, Burjuman, Oud Metha, Dubai Healthcare City, Al Jadaf, and Creek. 

You can get off the metro at a stop that is convenient for you and transfer to a bus or take a taxi to reach your destination. There are many hotels and shopping centers that are located about 15-minutes away from these stops on foot.

Rental Car

You can rent a car at the airport from rental car companies located in each terminal. The price of gasoline in the city is fairly cheap, which allows for a more flexible itinerary. For example, if you rent a car while in Dubai you could travel to other cities in the United Arab Emirates like Abu Dhabi or Sharjah. Visiting these cities by car is much more convenient than using public transportation options.

There are 12 rental car companies at Dubai International Airport; Avis, Budget, Al Wefaq, Diamondlease, Dollar, Europcar, Fast, Hertz, National, Payless, Sixt and Thrifty.

Hotel Shuttle Service

There are many hotels in Dubai that offer shuttle services to and from the airport. However these services are usually for a cost. We recommend inquiring about these services when making your hotel reservation. Some hotels that are located in close proximity to the airport might offer this shuttle service for free.

Sharjah International Airport, connecting Dubai with other centers in the world, is about 15 kilometers away from the city center. While there are means of public transports that you can benefit in this route, these vehicles do not operate frequently. If you want to go to Sharjah or Dubai from the airport, the best option would be to take a taxi. You can find a taxi 24 hours a day at the airport. If you are planning to spend a few days or more in the city, you can also opt for renting a car as an alternative to the taxis. Almost all of the major international car rental companies serve passengers at the airport. Getting to the center of Dubai from Sharjah International Airport takes an average of 20-30 minutes. If you will get on the road in the city at a time when traffic is heavy, you should not forget it will take you a bit longer than this.

Car Rental

You can rent a car 24 hours a day, seven days a week from companies such as Hertz, Budget, Maximum, Sixt, Europcar, Dollar and AVIS which serve at Sharjah International Airport. If you would like to rent a car from Hertz, you can contact the company at 06-552-8290 and get information. If you prefer to rent your car from Budget, you can call the rental office at 06-558-0366 for more detailed information and reserve your car. If you wish your car to be ready at the airport close to the city center of Dubai when you land, you can also call companies like Sixt at 06-558-0310, Europcar at 06-558-1322 and Dollar Rent A Car at 06-336-5065.

Bus

You can also take the bus from the airport to the get to the city center of Sharjah or Dubai. But you have to keep in mid that it is not possible to take a bust to go to Dubai from the airport late at night. If you need to get to Sharjah and your flight is not too late, you can take advantage of buses departing every 15 minutes. Although they are not practical and fast, buses stand out with their advantages in terms of price. As a more economical and alternative method, you can also take the bus to the city center and continue by taxi to the hotel or to other places you want to reach in the city.

Taxi

Passengers landing to Dubai's Sharjah International Airport mostly prefer taxis to get to the center of Dubai or Sharjah . At the airport there is a 24-hour taxi service every day of the week. You can continue your trip to the city center by taking one of these taxis as soon as you exit the terminal, without having to search for any different vehicles. All the taxis in Dubai have taximeters. Thanks to these devices, you can travel without worrying about the amount you will pay. The opening fare of the taxis at the airport is usually more than the ones in the center. On the other hand, the average fare for the journey from the airport to the city center would cost around 30-40 USD.

Private Airport Shuttle

If you need to travel from the airport to the center of the city with a few people or more crowded groups, one of the best vehicles you can choose without a doubt is the private airport shuttles. Many companies in the city offer this service. The fares of these shuttles vary according to the distance traveled and the number of passengers. You can reach your hotel or other important points in the center of Dubai with these private shuttles. If you reserve one of these vehicles and pay in advance of your arrival, you can benefit from these at more reasonable prices and you can find your shuttle ready at the terminal at the time of your arrival.

Luxury Transfer Vehicles

If you want to travel from Sharjah International Airport to the city center with a much more luxurious and comfortable vehicle, you can choose limousines that are preferred mostly by those visiting the city for business purposes. The limousines that pick up their passengers from the departure gates of Sharjah Airport take them to the center very quickly compared to other vehicles. This is also why limousines offer a great advantage for passengers who want to save time.