Cheap flight deals from Laredo (LRD) to Tampa (TPA)

Laredo International Airport

Cheap flights from Laredo are easy to find when you use Orbitz.com. Simply enter your departure date and choose from among several options. Located just four miles outside of the city, Laredo International Airport was used as an Army Air Force base during World War II. Three commercial airlines fly out of Laredo: Allegiant Air, American Eagle and United Express. Enter your eventual destination into Orbitz.com, and you'll find out which of these carriers offers the best deal.

Parking at the Airport

Parking is free at Laredo International Airport. The parking lot is located across the street from the passenger terminal.

Transportation to the Airport

El Metro is Laredo's mass transit system of buses, vans and trolleys. The Laredo International Airport passenger terminal is one of the regular bus stops. Via bus, the trip from the city center takes approximately 10 minutes. If you've rented a car, you can drop if off with the rental agency at the airport. On the other hand, the city has several local taxi companies, all of which make regular trips to Laredo International Airport.

Restaurants at the Airport

The Villa Laredo Restaurant is open every day and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu is eclectic and includes Tex-Mex, burgers, BBQ and omelets. They also serve bottomless hot coffee all day long. Also in the passenger terminal, you can find a duty-free store and the Laredo Convention and Visitor's Bureau Information Center. Book your cheap flights from Laredo through Orbitz.com, and you'll have a flawless itinerary.

Tampa Airport Information

Use Orbitz.com to book one of the many flights to Tampa International Airport, the major airport serving the Tampa-St. Petersburg area. Most major domestic and international airlines fly in and out of the Tampa airport, which is located at 4100 George J Bean Parkway, roughly eight miles northwest of the downtown Tampa area.

Ground Transportation in Tampa

There are several options for ground transportation from the Tampa airport. Pick up the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit bus (HART) near the red baggage claim area, or grab a taxi or share-a-ride van at the ground transportation quadrants located in each corner of the baggage claim area. Most cab companies charge a $2 fee plus $2.25 for each mile, with a minimum $15 charge for each trip. For the ultimate mobility during your stay, use Orbitz.com to add a rental car to your travel package.

Tampa Weather Information

Tampa has a relatively mild climate. Winter temperatures rarely drop below 55 degrees Fahrenheit, and summer temperatures top out at around 90 degrees. Dress for summer, but bring a light jacket for those cool nights and a waterproof slicker for the inevitable afternoon storms.

What to Do in Tampa

To get the most out of your Tampa trip, attend a few of the city's outdoor festivals and celebrations. Each Saturday evening throughout the summer, you can attend Saturday Sunsets on the Trail at Treasure Island or the Holmes Beach Concerts in the Park series. The Fun 'N Sun festival and the annual Tampa-Hillsborough Storytelling Festival run through the spring, and Art in the Park and the Bridge Street Market are weekly events. Enjoy your Tampa vacation, and don't forget to use Orbtiz.com to book cheap flights to Tampa for your next trip.