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Flights from Gulfport

Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport provides air services to those in the Gulfport-Biloxi, MS, region. The airport is located about 3.7 miles from the city center at 14035-Q Airport Road. It is the origin of cheap flights from Gulfport-Biloxi aboard carriers such as American Eagle, Delta Air Lines, United Express and US Airways Express, most offering tickets through Orbitz.com. Along with handling civilian airlines, Gulfport-Biloxi is also used by military aircraft.

Parking at Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport

Parking is available on both a short-term and long-term basis. Short-term parking in the parking lots is free for up to 15 minutes for drop-offs at $1 every half-hour. The daily rate is $10, weekly is $60, and monthly is $140 (paid in advance). Garage parking is $11 a day.

Transportation to Gulfport-Biloxi Airport

Public transportation via the nonprofit Coast Transit Authority is available through CTA buses to the airport. The fare for bus travel is $1.25 for a single ride running from the city hall to the airport (which takes about 50 minutes). Metered taxis are available as well, taking about 10 minutes to reach the airport from the downtown area.

Breakfast before Departing

A food court is available in the Gulfport-Biloxi Airport. Food services are provided by MSE Branded Foods and include Arby's, Lazy Magnolia, Caribou Coffee and the Bayside Grill. If you'd prefer a more traditional meal setting, the Waffle House on Canal Rd. offers a delicious breakfast. O'Charley's is a great destination for flyers looking for a bargain. It has everything from steak combos to takeout sandwiches for those in a hurry to catch cheap flights from Gulfport.

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.