Southwest Florida is lucky to boast airport quality like no other. And Venice is in the heart of the airport "triangle." To the north is Tampa International Airport, handling about 20 million passengers per year and in the process of increasing its capacity even farther. To the south in Ft. Myers is Southwest Florida International Airport, rated one of the top 50 airports in the U.S. for passenger traffic. A just a short distance to the north, in our neighboring city of Sarasota, is Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, an smaller airport, yet with international capacity, has a user-friendly terminal and attractively maintained surroundings that exemplify the best of Florida. 1.7 miles from downtown Venice, sits the Venice Municipal Airport, a small aviation facility used primarily for private planes and charter planes, with the occasional small jet and helicopter. Don't expect to be able to hop in a cab to this airport and catch a flight unless you have previous arrangements with a private pilot or charter company. Because the other three airports around Venice are all International and are all a relatively short distance, it is recommended to shop around for the best price and the most convenient times!
Venice Airport
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Venice Municipal Airport...a delightful mix of history and functionality. Built in the early 1940's by the US Government, Venice Municipal Airport served as a World War II flight training facility and then was given to the City of Venice after the war. It is built on 835 acres of land only 1.7 miles south of downtown Venice. Two 5,000 foot runways intersect each other, both 150 foot wide utilizing current lighting and flight technology.
The majority of the air traffic traveling to and stored at Venice Municipal are small single-engine aircraft, with fewer multi-engine and an occasional jet and helicopter. Major airlines do not service this airport; unless there are particular arrangements made with a private service, charter pilot or you are a pilot, it is not possible to fly home from here.
Venice Municipal Airport 120 Airport Ave E Venice, FL 34285
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)...an award-winning airport only an hour and half to the south! As one of the top airports in the US for passenger traffic, RSW serves more than 8 million passengers per year. A state-of the-art terminal built recently is the hub of this airport with flights to major gateways like New York, Chicago, and Atlanta, it is easy to get to any global connection through RSW. More than 20 airline partners provide nonstop service throughout North America as well as international service to Germany and Canada from this conveniently located airport.
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) 11000 Terminal Access Road, Fort Myers FL
On the sparkling Gulf coast of southwest Florida, only five miles from downtown, Sarasota Bradenton International airport is a gem, providing daily scheduled service on major domestic and commuter airlines as well as seasonal international service and domestic charters. Over one million flyers per year pass through the SRQ user-friendly terminal and enjoy the clean, tropical atmosphere that seems to add a stress-free element to travel. Save a minute to see Mote Marine Laboratory's 6,000 gallon saltwater aquarium full of bright colored fish, sharks and other sea life located on the second floor.
And there is no need to wear your hiking boots...Airline ticketing, baggage claim and other services are conveniently located just steps away from the main concourse and the commuter gates. Short and long term parking facilities are adjacent to the main terminal.
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) 6000 Airport Circle Sarasota, FL 34243
Tampa International Airport...unique architectural design and travel friendly functionality. TPA is recognized as one of the best airports in the US and the world in global consumer surveys and is served by major passenger airlines with daily nonstop international flights. Airlines are divided into Red and Blue airlines, indicating the airlines' location in the terminal and making it easier for travelers to find their gates. A monorail is provided from the terminal's transfer level to all four airside terminals. "Airside A," a 315,000 sq foot facility housing 16 gates, 10 lanes of security screening and five works of public art is the newest development and has complimentary wireless internet and information kiosks throughout.
Tampa International Airport (TPA) 5507 W Spruce St Tampa, FL 33607
