Tampa to Grand Cayman Flights

Flying From Tampa

The commercial airport offering flights from Tampa is the Tampa International Airport. It primarily serves Silver Airways, Southwest Airlines, and North American Airlines. The airport lies six miles west of downtown Tampa. Orbitz.com can help you find cheap flights from Tampa International.

Parking at the Airport

Tampa International Airport offers several parking options for your vehicle while you are away. Short-term parking is in a garage located above the terminal at the northern end of the airport. It costs no more than $20 for a 24-hour period. Long-term parking is the cheaper option; it costs $15 for 24 hours. The long-term parking area is adjacent to Airside A. Orbitz.com's flight planner option helps you choose parking options.

Transportation Options for Travelers

Getting to Tampa International Airport is easy by bus or taxi. HART makes regular stops at the east end of the red baggage claim near belt #15. Greyhound, meanwhile, has a terminal on Polk Street in downtown Tampa that has buses that travel to the airport. If you take a taxi, expect to pay at least $15. Orbitz.com may offer special deals for bus tickets, depending on your location.

Eating at the Airport

The landside building at the airport offers a variety of cuisines to refresh you before your flight from Tampa. If you want coffee and breakfast, you can have a latte at the Starbucks, which is open 24 hours per day. Terminal restaurants, including Burger King, are open from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Owen Roberts International Airport

If you're looking for a bargain on flights to Grand Cayman Island, Orbitz.com can help you. The website searches flights from numerous airlines so that you can choose tickets that fit your budget. The Owen Roberts International Airport is the main international airport for the Cayman Islands. It's located on Grand Cayman Island-the largest of the three islands-on Roberts Drive, approximately one mile from the center of George Town. Eleven airlines service the airport, including United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Cayman Airways and American Airlines.

Transportation From the Airport

Taxicabs are available at the airport on a first-come, first-served basis. Cab fare ranges from $12 to $70, depending on what part of Grand Cayman Island you're visiting. Cab fare into George Town averages between $15 and $18. Limousines and buses also transport passengers from the airport, but they require reservations. If you want access to your own vehicle, you can purchase a vacation package that includes car rental and flight from Orbtiz.com.

Grand Cayman Island Climate

Even though the temperatures in the Grand Cayman Islands range from the low 70s to the low 90s all year long, the weather determines the peak travel season. The off-peak travel season runs from May to November, because the islands have more rainfall during this time. If you use Orbitz.com to book your trip during the off-peak season, you'll save money on your travel expenses.

Highlights and Attractions

The Cayman Motor Museum, Dolphin Cove, Kittiwake Shipwreck & Artificial Reef and Seven Mile Beach are some of the top tourist attractions on Grand Cayman Island. In addition to finding flights to Grand Cayman Island, Orbitz.com can help you purchase tickets to local attractions and arrange guided tours.