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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.

Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport

If you're looking for a bargain on flights to Ithaca, check out Orbitz.com to find a range of carriers and affordable prices. If you're heading to Ithaca, you'll be flying into Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport. The airport is located three miles southeast of the center of Ithaca's business district. This small airport is serviced by Delta Connection, United Express and US Airways Express, which provide service to Detroit, Newark and Philadelphia, respectively.

Transportation From the Airport

There are plenty of taxi services at the airport that can carry you into town. You may want to make a reservation in advance during the busier times of the year, like when students are returning to school at Cornell. The most inexpensive option is public transportation. TCAT's Route 32 bus services the airport and costs $1.50. You can also book a rental car with Orbitz.com when you make your initial reservations.

Weather in Ithaca

Winters in Ithaca are usually extremely cold with plenty of snow, and temperatures often hit 0 degrees Fahrenheit or lower. Snowstorms can drop 10 inches of snow at a time or more. In the summertime, you can expect mild sunny weather with some humidity and temperatures in the 80s.

Things to Do in Ithaca

Cornell University is a popular tourist attraction; you don't have to be a student to enjoy its collegiate atmosphere. The school's grounds are incredibly beautiful and steeped in history. For picnics and swimming, check out Cayuga Lakes. It's the perfect area to picnic, boat and swim while taking in Ithaca's gorgeous, natural scenery. Book your flights to Ithaca through Orbitz.com and you'll soon be enjoying all that this historic town has to offer.