Tampa International Airport

While some delays are expected, travelers with a Real ID should have few problems.

According to an FAA database, the airport had 141 wildlife strikes in 2024, 20 of which included multiple strikes, such as a plane hitting a flock of birds.

The checkpoint, now open for business, has new CT scanners to expedite processing as well as an extra lane for travelers, a roomier waiting area and a new shuttle lobby. Here's what it looks like.

Tampa International Airport CEO Joe Lopano retires on April 5, 2025.

Tampa International Airport officials tell spring break travelers to beware the Ides of March — they project a record 101,000 travelers on March 15.

Joe Lopano, who's retiring in April, discussed the major changes he oversaw, including a new airside set to open in 2028. He also talks about how the region needs to solve its transportation problems if it is going to take the next step.

A record 7.1 million Floridians are expected to travel more than 50 miles during the end-of-year holiday period. While most of them will drive to their destinations, record air travel is also expected.

The busiest day of the week to fly will be Sunday, while the slowest is expected to be Thanksgiving Day.

Stephens, 52, the airport's first Black chief executive, brings to the role nearly 25 years of experience "managing complex legal, compliance, human resources, labor and employment issues."

Tampa International Airport received federal funding for its new “state-of-the-art” terminal. Airside D, a $1.5 million project, is set to open in 2028.

The airport released renderings of Airside D, which will serve domestic and international flights.

When traveling to a city like New York, Atlanta or Los Angeles, a nonstop out of Tampa is a common option, but costly flights with layovers are the norm when going to or from smaller cities — but not anymore.