Whether you have already booked your airline tickets to Florida or are still in the early planning phases of your getaway, it is helpful to know the locations of some of the nearby airports that are an easy driving distance to our beautiful barrier reef island. There are four major airports nearby, ranging from as close to a 30-minute drive to a 2-hour car ride for those traveling internationally. If you are looking to grab a shuttle service to your vacation home or are planning to rent a car, we suggest contacting our Preferred Partner, Concierge AMI, to make arrangements.
Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) | 30 Minute Drive to Anna Maria Island
About the Airport
Welcome to the new Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) Website. The staff at SRQ is continuously trying to find ways to improve the customer experience, whether traveling to and from, or just visiting the airport. There are many convenient and free services at SRQ. The airport provides 30 minutes of free parking in the short-term parking lot, which is directly in front of the terminal. If you are here to pick up a friend, relative or business associate, that free parking provides a hassle-free way to meet your party right inside the terminal. There is free Wi-Fi service throughout the terminal, so you can check email, flight status or just surf the web from the restaurants, gates or waiting areas. There are a number of seating stations with electrical outlets to charge up your laptop, cell phones, iPads or PDA’s at no charge as well. The airport has flight tracking screens strategically located so you can see live radar feed of all flights arriving and departing SRQ so that you know exactly where your flight is, whether picking someone up or waiting to depart.
The airport is rolling out some new customer amenities as well. There is a new mobile website available that contains the critical information you need including airport schedules, flight status, live radar tracking, dining and shopping services, as well as other airport information right from your smart phone. You can also follow us on Facebook to learn what is happening at the airport or to receive special offers from our airline partners. We will continue our efforts to improve customer convenience and make your experience as hassle free as possible. I hope you enjoy the changes and please let us know your ideas for making SRQ even better.
Available Airlines
- Allegiant
- American Airlines
- Air Canada
- Delta
- jetBlue
- United Airlines
Tampa International (TPA) | 1 Hour Drive to Anna Maria Island
About the Airport
Tampa International Airport is your Gateway to the West Coast of Florida. We’re committed to providing our international guests with a world-class travel experience. If you are departing on an international flight, please arrive at the airport at least two hours before your departure to complete the check-in and screening process. Automated Passport Control (APC) Kiosks are now available for passengers arriving at Tampa International Airport. At TPA, 80 percent of arriving passengers are eligible to use the kiosks, which make it quicker and easier to complete the U.S. Customs and Border Protection screening process.
Available Airlines
- British Airways
- Air Canada
- Delta
- jetBlue
- Edelweiss Air
- Spirit
- United Airlines
- American Airlines
St. Pete – Clearwater International Airport (PIE) | 1 Hour Drive to Anna Maria Island
About the Airport
Tampa Bay the Easy Way. When you fly to PIE, you’re right in the heart of Tampa Bay—just a quick drive whether you’re headed to Tampa, St. Petersburg, or Clearwater. It is nine miles north of downtown St. Petersburg, seven miles southeast of Clearwater, and seventeen miles southwest of Tampa. Just a short 45 min to 1-hour drive to Anna Maria Island!
Available Airlines
- Allegiant (Direct Flights to.Columbus OH, Grand Rapids MI, Pittsburgh PA, Buffalo NY, Des Moines IA, and Indianapolis IN.
- Sunwing Airlines (Direct Flights to, Halifax NS and Toronto )
Orlando International Airport (MCO) | 2 Hour Drive to Anna Maria Island
About the Airport
Orlando International Airport is a major public airport located six miles southeast of Orlando, Florida, United States. The airport also is a major international gateway for the mid-Florida region, with flights by foreign air carriers. Orlando International Airport features an in-terminal navigation app that gives you all of your flight information and walking directions through the airport.
Available Airlines
- Aer Lingus
- British Airways
- Virgin Atlantic
- Air Canada
- Emirates
- jetBlue
- Delta
- edelweiss SWISS
