TAMPA, Fla. — Thanksgiving weekend travel is off to a smooth start at Tampa International Airport, with very few cancellations and delays to speak of Sunday morning.
According to the airport, there are 551 flights scheduled for the day and just eight are facing delays. No cancellations have been reported at this time.
Passengers are encouraged to check with their airline for the latest flight information. Tampa International Airport's flight status page shows the latest departures and arrivals.
It's a similar story across the bay at St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport and its Allegiant Air service, with no issues being reported.
Tampa airport officials expect 80,000 passengers will pass through each day from now through Sunday, Nov. 26 — its busiest Thanksgiving period ever. The two busiest days will likely be the Wednesday before Thanksgiving and the Sunday after. Parking may become an issue, so people are encouraged to book in advance online or consider a rideshare.
Parking options at St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport will be limited, as well, officials said.
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Airline customer service pages
About 4.7 million people nationwide are expected to fly over Thanksgiving, according to AAA. The figure represents an increase of 6.6 percent compared to 2022 and the highest number of air travelers since 2005.
"Travel demand has been strong all year, and AAA’s Thanksgiving forecast reflects that continued desire to get away and spend time with loved ones," said Paula Twidale, Senior Vice President of AAA Travel.