Cheap Car Rentals at Tampa International Airport (TPA)

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Tampa Intl Airport (TPA)

Address:

5409 Airport Service Rd,
Tampa, FL, Florida, 33607, United States

Phone:

8133963126

Location Type:

Corporate

Hours of Operation:

Sun - Sat open 24 hrs

Keydrop Location

If flying in, shuttle to both the rental counter and car lot.

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Car Rental Booking Details at TPA

When you need to book a car rental at the Tampa airport, think Budget! With convenient airport service, great rates, and options like long-term and one-way rentals, we make booking, picking up, and dropping off rental cars at the TPA Airport a breeze.

  • Must be 21 to rent.

  • Renters under 25 subject to a $27 daily surcharge.

  • Debit cards accepted from renters 25+ for select car groups.

  • No additional driver fee for spouses and partners who are 25+ and licensed to drive.

  • Travel allowed throughout the continental US.

  • Guide to Florida’s toll roads

Location Information

Where Is Budget Car Rental at Tampa Airport?

Fastbreak Service
Proceed to the Fastbreak booth in the rental car parking garage. Present identification and receive your rental agreement. The counter representative will give the customer the keys & directions to the car.
FASTBREAK RETURN: Follow the airport signs for Car Rental return. You do not need to return to the counter to complete your rental. Record your mileage and fuel level on the rental agreement and drop it in the Budget Fastbreak return box. A closed rental agreement will be mailed to you within 48 hours.
General Directions
COUNTER: Airline customers take airside shuttle to the main terminal and proceed to the SkyConnect station for
transportation to the rental car center.
International Arrivals-
Follow *To Terminal* signs. Then follow *Rental Cars* signs to the Sky Connect station. At the SkyConnect
station, board the cars to the rental car center.
Domestic arrivals -
Follow *To Baggage Claim* signs then follow *Rental Cars* signs to the sky connect station. At the SkyConnect station board the cars to the rental car center.
Travel time from the main terminal SkyConnect station to the rental car center is approximately 3-4 minutes.
CARS: Located in the parking lots outside of rental car center.
RETURNS: After entering the airport, follow the Rental Car Return signs.
DRIVERS CIRCLE - FASTBREAK COUNTER
When you arrive, go to the Budget Fastbreak counter in the baggage claim area. The manager or key person will have your contract ready and personally escort you to your vehicle.
Valet Return: If offered, you will be told about our service as you are escorted to your car.
After-hours Returns
Open 24 hours.

Tampa International Airport Car Rental Overview

Get a cheap car rental at the Tampa Airport from Budget. It’s hard to beat the convenience of grabbing a rental car right at the airport. Jump in and you’re just minutes from Old Tampa Bay, downtown Tampa, the Tampa Convention Center, and the Florida Aquarium.

Plus, when you book one of our rental cars at the TPA Airport, you can take advantage of: 

  • Fastbreak Membership Perks: Fastbreak members enjoy a faster checkout when they arrive at the rental counter.

  • Budget-Friendly Rates: Choose your favorite way to save, whether that means coupon codes or our Best Rate Guarantee.

Car Rental Options at TPA

Van Rental

Take larger groups to Adventure Island Water Park, the Florida Aquarium, or Busch Gardens in a van rental from TPA.

 

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SUV Rental

The Tampa Bay area offers outdoor adventures perfect for SUV rentals from TPA. Take paddleboards down to Tampa Bay or bikes to the Tampa Riverwalk.

 

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Sedan Rental

Choose the right car for your trip, from economy to full-size sedan rentals, so you can focus on enjoying unique attractions like the Glazer Children’s Museum.

 

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Long-Term Car Rental

Need a vehicle for longer? You can get low rates on a long-term rental at TPA. The longer you rent, the more you save.

 

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One-Way Car Rental

One-way car rentals at TPA enable you to take road trips along the Gulf Coast, to Orlando, or all the way to Key West.

 

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Convertible Rental

What better way to enjoy your trip than with a convertible rental at TPA? Drop the top and head across the Bay to St. Petersburg.

 

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TPA Airport Travel FAQs

The cost of flying to Tampa versus Orlando fluctuates depending on the airport you’re flying out of, the timing, and the airline. The Tampa airport is smaller and often less crowded than the Orlando airport. If you choose to fly into Orlando, you can still book with Budget at MCO.

There are two main airports close to Clearwater, Florida: St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) and Tampa International Airport (TPA). 

  • St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport: This airport is 12 miles from Clearwater, making it the closer option. It’s a small airport that is typically less congested than TPA—but it only serves a few airlines.

  • Tampa International Airport: This airport is farther away from Clearwater, but it’s a major airport that serves a wider range of airlines.

The Tampa, Florida, metro area has two commercial airports: Tampa International Airport (TPA) and St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). TPA is much larger and serves a higher passenger volume. In addition to car rental at TPA, Budget offers car rental at the St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport for your convenience.

Yes. Tampa International Airport generally ranks among the top 30 busiest airports in the United States, serving about 25 million passengers per year. TPA is busy because Tampa is a popular vacation spot and offers nonstop flights to international destinations such as Europe and the Caribbean.

Yes. TSA PreCheck lanes at the security checkpoints enable TSA PreCheck participants to skip long lines and pass through security faster. The Tampa airport even has an on-site TSA PreCheck application center, so passengers who would like to apply for the program can do so there.

Downtown Tampa is only 6.4 miles from TPA. After picking up your Budget Tampa International Airport car rental, you can generally expect a 10- to 15-minute drive via I-275 S.

Yes, there are several toll roads in Tampa, including the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway, the Veterans Expressway, the Suncoast Parkway, and the I-4 Connector. Learn more about tolls in Tampa and throughout the Sunshine State in our Florida Toll Guide.

Yes! TPA is a great choice for Anna Maria Island visits, as it’s the closest major airport option. It’s 52.2 miles south, or just over an hour of driving after picking up your car rental at the TPA Airport.

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