 | | Tampa Car Rental: Arrr You Insured? | | | The main national car rental agencies in the Tampa airport are Dollar, Avis, Thrifty, Enterprise, and Hertz, with Alamo and Payless located just outside the premises. Rates are often cheaper at these and other local agencies located outside the airport, as they tend to avoid extra taxes and fees imposed by the airport. Midsized cars generally run between $25-40 per day, with vans and SUVs going for $50-80 depending on the size and model. It’s a good idea to compare prices online before you arrive, just to have an idea about what specific companies charge based on your driver profile and needs.
Tampa is a sizable city, and although it’s easy to navigate by simply following the signs, be sure to pick up a map before you drive off. The major highways are Interstate 275, the Veterans Expressway, Interstate 4, and the Leroy Selmon Crosstown Expressway. From the airport, I-275 N will take you downtown to the major shopping and conference areas. | | | |  | | |
