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Cheapest flights from Tampa to Lubbock

United Airlines
23 Apr, Thu
09:05 AM
Tampa - Lubbock
1 stop
5h 50m
TPA-LBB
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Popular Airport Reese Airport
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Approximate Flight Duration 2 hour 20 min
Approximate Travel Distance 1215 Miles

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Transportation to Airport from Tampa City Center

Tampa Intl. 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.

Transportation to Lubbock City Center from Airport

Lubbock Preston Smith Intl. - Lubbock Intl. Airport

It is possible to fly directly to the cities such as Las Vegas, Denver, Houston and Dallas from Lubbock International Airport, located about 5 miles (8 km.) outside the city center. Passengers who arrive at the airport and want to get to the city center can choose from a variety of alternatives, such as taxi, private transfer service, and car rental providing transportation services from Lubbock International Airport.

Passengers taking a taxi or other vehicles can have the chance to reach the city center on an economical, safe and fast journey thanks to the fact that Lubbock International Airport is only 5 miles away from the city center.

Besides, the passengers staying in one of the hotels in the area can also enjoy hotel shuttles providing transfer service between Lubbock International Airport and the city center at affordable prices or free of charge.

Prior reservation is required to benefit from hotel shuttles. On the other hand, taxis or rental cars can be used directly upon arrival at the airport without a reservation.

Taxi

Lubbock International Airport is a frequently preferred airport for transportation to the area. For this reason, the passengers arriving at the airport won't have any difficulty finding a taxi at the terminal exit. However, if you need to arrive late to the city center from the airport and can't find a taxi in front of the terminal building, you can take the car rental option at Lubbock International Airport.

Rent a car

The offices of car rental companies such as Alamo, Hertz, National, Enterprise, Thrifty, and AVIS are at the service of passengers at Lubbock International Airport. You can contact almost all of the car rental offices at the airport via the phone and internet in advance, and you can book the car you need. Once you rent a car after your arrival at the airport, head to the city center from Lubbock International Airport and then you will reach the city center in about 15 minutes.

Private Transfer Services

As in many parts of the country, private transfer services are among the options for the passengers who would like to get to the city center from Lubbock International Airport. Moreover, some hotels in Lubbock and around provide airport transfer service free of charge. You can contact your hotel in advance and you can enjoy a comfortable journey to the city center from Lubbock International Airport taking advantage of the hotel shuttle service, if available. You can get information at the information desk at Lubbock International Airport for private transfer services and you can call a service company to arrange a transfer vehicle at the airport terminal. If the number of passengers who want to get to the city center from the airport is 6 or above, you can choose a larger vehicle. The transfer services provide direct transfer from terminal buildings of Lubbock International Airport to the hotels and other points in the city center.

Weather in Lubbock

DayMin - Max
Friday
fogMin 16ºC - Max 27ºC
Saturday
cloudyMin 15ºC - Max 25ºC
Sunday
cloudyMin 13ºC - Max 30ºC
Monday
cloudyMin 18ºC - Max 30ºC
Tuesday
clearMin 18ºC - Max 27ºC
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