Tampa to Toronto 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.

Flying to Toronto

Travelers should check Orbitz.com for cheap flights to Toronto Pearson International Airport before making a purchase through anyone else. The comparison travel shopping website often has the best deals on flights, lodging, rental cars and more. That's especially important for an airport working with over 70 different airlines, including American Airlines, Caribbean Airlines, British Airways, Lufthansa, Finnair, United Airlines and WestJet. It's also the home base for Air Canada and a cornerstone to Star Alliance partnerships. Just 14 miles from downtown, located at 3111 Convair Drive, Toronto, it takes no time at all for visitors to get their vacations started.

Getting Around Toronto

The following rental companies have offices at the Toronto airport: Avis, Budget, Dollar Thrifty, Hertz, Enterprise and National/Alamo. Orbitz.com can help travelers find the best rates on rentals and offers the convenience of setting everything up online. For those who don't want to drive in the city, taxis can be hired for $1.45/km and limousines for $1.55/km per person. Cars can be prearranged for a hefty additional fee. Public transportation from the airport to downtown costs roughly $4.50.

The Weather in Toronto

The climate in Toronto moves through four complete seasons. July is the hottest month and reaches into the low 80s. February, the coldest time of year in Toronto, gets down to single digits. August, while cool as summer ends, is also the wettest time of year. By looking through the descriptions for various activities found at Orbitz.com, travelers can get a good feeling for the best activities for the time of year they are traveling.

Staying Active in Toronto

Toronto is the largest city in Canada and the fifth largest in North America. It has an incredibly rich cultural and social scene. There's truly something for everyone. Orbitz.com can help travelers whittle down their entertainment options as well as finding cheap flights to Toronto.