A List of Florida Airports

Airports in Florida serve millions of passengers annually. Florida is the fourth most populous state of the United States and as a result its airports see a lot of traffic in its air routes. These airports are fully equipped to meet the demands of the huge numbers of passengers who pass through the terminals everyday. They are conveniently located within a short distance from hotels, business centers and downtown areas. All are modern in design and concept with state-of-the-art technology. The airports in Florida have set a high standard for the rest of the country to follow.

Miami International Airport

Miami International Airport also known as Wilcox Field is the primary airport serving the Miami metropolitan area. It is located eight miles from the central business district of Miami, in Miami-Dade County, Florida. The airport is a center of activity for passenger airlines, cargo airlines and charter airlines. It handles flights to cities throughout America and Europe as well as cargo flights to Asia.

In 2008, millions of passengers traveled through the Miami International Airport making it the 29th busiest airport in the world by passenger traffic. It has also handled more international cargo than any other airport in the United States.

Miami International Airport
4200 NW 21st Street
Miami, Florida 33122
(305) 876-7000

Orlando International Airport

Orlando International Airport is a major international airport located six miles off the central business district of Orlando. Its main terminal used to be just a hanger at an old Air Force base. It is now the largest and busiest airport in the state of Florida. The airport serves as a secondary hub for AirTan Airways. It hosts the airline's corporate headquarters and operations center.

The Orlando International Airport has been recognized as the 22nd busiest airport by passenger traffic in the world in 2008. To accommodate its millions of passengers, the airport has a main terminal building, connected by an elevated tram system to four outside terminals. The main terminal building is divided into terminal A and B. Each building has a passenger check-in and baggage claim facilities.

Orlando International Airport
One Airport Blvd
Orlando, Florida 32827
(407) 825-2001

Tampa International Airport

Tampa International Airport is a major public airport located 11 miles from the downtown area of Tampa in Hillsborough County, Florida. It is publicly owned by the Hillsborough Aviation Authority and serves the entire Tampa Bay area. The airport has received wide acclaim for its attractive architecture and Landside/Airside design of its terminal.

The airport was also known as Drew Field Municipal Airport until 1952. It serves as a main hub for Gulfstream International Airlines under the International Connection name. Presently, the airport serves 68 destinations, including international service to the United Kingdom, Canada and other destinations in the Caribbean. It ranked as the 27th busiest airport by passenger movements in 2007.

Tampa International Airport
Box 22287
Tampa, Florida 33622
(813) 870-8700

Resources

Map of Florida Airports

Article Written By Jerry Garner

Jerry Garner has been writing semi-professionally for more than 15 years. The body of Garner's work includes informative articles, news and current events and historical essays. He is an avid sports fan and frequently writes about outdoor activities online.

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