# Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)

> Sarasota/Bradenton, US · 3 miles (4.8 km) north of Downtown Sarasota and 6 miles (9.7 km) south of Bradenton

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## Facts

- **IATA**: SRQ
- **ICAO**: KSRQ
- **Timezone**: America/New_York
- **Runways**: 2
- **Terminals**: 2
- **Passengers**: .91M/yr
- **Official site**: https://flysrq.com

## Overview

## Welcome

Welcome to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ), where the local-food, vacation-start vibe meets the convenience of a compact, easygoing Florida gateway. This airport stands out with its short walks from curb to gate, a rare gem among airports of this size. Travelers revel in the strong concentration of local restaurants, offering an authentic taste of the region right from the moment they arrive.

## At a glance

Located 3 miles north of Downtown Sarasota and 6 miles south of Bradenton, SRQ services approximately 910,000 passengers annually with two runways. Though it isn't a hub for any airline, its user-friendly design serves Allegiant Air, American Airlines, and Delta Air Lines with noteworthy efficiency.

## Terminals & layout

SRQ consists of the MAIN terminal and Concourse A. The MAIN terminal houses the majority of functions, while Concourse A primarily serves Allegiant Air. Passengers frequently appreciate the airport’s streamlined architecture, facilitating a quick journey from parking to the gates. The terminal’s layout emphasizes comfort and ease, eschewing the complexity often found in larger airports.

## Getting to and from the city

Travelers can choose from several ground transportation options: private cars or ALD Limo services (fees vary by destination), rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft (dependent on traffic), or local buses from Sarasota and Manatee Counties. Hotel shuttles are also available, adding another layer of convenience for travelers heading to nearby accommodations.

## Traveller essentials

Parking at SRQ is straightforward with several choices: Short Term Lot at $29 per day, Long Term Lot and Shade Lot each at $16 per day, and Overflow Lots at $14 per day. Electric vehicle charging stations are available, catering to modern travel needs. Despite the airport’s compact nature, it is wise to book transportation ahead, especially during peak times.

## Dining & shopping highlights

With 24 dining options—including Suncoast Trading & Bar in the MAIN terminal and popular spots like Anna Maria Oyster Bar, Mattison's, and Motorworks in Concourse A—the airport’s culinary offerings are rich with local flavor. Unlike many regional airports, SRQ’s concessions have been expanded, ensuring that food and drink choices extend beyond the basic café or sandwich stand popular in similar-sized airports.

## Lounges

While SRQ doesn’t currently offer any lounges, its layout and amenities compensate by providing comfortable seating areas and a modernized terminal environment that eases the travel experience.

## Insider tips

- **Insider:** Enjoy the more relaxed atmosphere by cutting arrival times closer than typical at bigger airports, utilizing the short walk from parking to gate.

- **Time:** Late-morning or afternoon departures tend to be less congested; ideal for those with carry-ons only.

- **Local:** Dive into the local culinary scene by eating at Anna Maria Oyster Bar or Walburgers in Concourse A before your flight.

- **Quiet:** If you have time, take a leisurely lap around the terminal to appreciate its artwork and amenities.

- **Avoid:** Overthinking transport within the airport. Park close; there’s no maze of terminals to navigate.

- **Money:** Consider shade or overflow parking lots for more economical parking at $16 and $14 per day, respectively.

- **Quiet:** For a relaxed experience, enjoy the recently expanded holdroom and concession areas, offering more than just the basics.

## Terminals (1)

- **Main Terminal** — Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue
  A blend of efficiency and local charm.

## Dining (33)

- **Anna Maria Oyster Bar** — $$
- **Anna Maria Oyster Bar** — A · Seafood · Casual Dining · $$
- **Dewar’s Clubhouse Bar & Grill** — Main Terminal · American · Bar & Grill · $$
- **Dunkin’** — Main Terminal · Coffee & Donuts · Grab‑and‑go · $
- **Farmers Market** — Main Terminal · Healthy · Grab‑and‑go · $$
- **Grab & Fly** — Main Terminal · Convenience · Grab‑and‑go · $
- **Gulf Breeze Bar** — Main Terminal · Bar · Light Bites · $$
- **Huey Magoos** — $
- **Huey Magoos** — A · American · Casual Dining · $
- **Java Jive** — Main Terminal · Coffee & Snacks · Café · $
- **Jimmy Johns**
- **Jimmy Johns** — A · Sandwiches · Fast Food
- **Mattison's** — $$
- **Mattison's** — A · American · Casual Dining · $$
- **Motorworks** — $$
- **Motorworks** — A · Brewpub · Casual Dining · $$
- **Nathan’s Famous** — Main Terminal · Hot Dogs & Fast Food · Counter service · $
- **Patricks** — $$
- **Patricks** — A · American · Casual Dining · $$
- **Sarasota Sky Bar & Grille** — Main Terminal · American · Bar & Grill · $$
- **Sarasota To Go/Peets** — $$
- **Sarasota To Go/Peets** — A · Coffee · Café · $$
- **Seaside Merchantile** — $$
- **Seaside Merchantile** — A · American · Casual Dining · $$
- **Shops at Siesta Key** — $$
- **Shops at Siesta Key** — A · Retail · Casual Dining · $$
- **Starbucks** — $$
- **Starbucks** — A · Coffee · Café · $$
- **Suncoast Trading & Bar**
- **Suncoast Trading & Bar** — MAIN · Retail · Beer, Wine, and Dining
- **Walburgers** — $$
- **Walburgers** — A · Burgers · Casual Dining · $$
- **Zaza Cuban Café** — Main Terminal · Cuban · Casual · $$

## Shops (5)

- **Hudson** — Main Terminal · News & Convenience
- **Hudson News** — Main Terminal · News & Convenience
- **Paradise Gift Shop** — Main Terminal · Gifts & Souvenirs
- **Tech on the Go** — Main Terminal · Electronics & Accessories
- **Trip Advisors** — Main Terminal · Travel Accessories & Gifts

## Parking (10)

- **Cell Phone Waiting Lot** — Surface lot · Near terminal entrance
- **Economy Parking Lot** — Surface lot · Far side of airport roadways
- **Electric Vehicle Charging Stations** — /day/day, /hour/hr · next to terminal
- **Long Term Lot** — Long stay · $16.00/day, $2.00/hr · 0.3 mi
- **Long‑Term Parking Lot** — Surface lot · Across from terminal
- **Overflow Lots** — Remote · $14.00/day, $2.00/hr · 0.5 mi
- **Rental Car Return Lot** — Surface lot · Adjacent to terminal
- **Shade Lot** — Long stay · $16.00/day, $2.00/hr · 0.3 mi
- **Short Term Lot** — Short stay · $29.00/day, $2.00/hr · next to terminal
- **Short‑Term Parking Lot** — Surface lot · Adjacent to terminal

## Ground transport (12)

- **ALD Limo** — Private car
- **Hotel courtesy shuttles** — Shuttle · 10–25 min to nearby hotels · Free · Varies by hotel, often every 30–60 min or on request
  Several nearby hotels offer pre‑arranged courtesy shuttles that pick up outside baggage claim.
- **Hotel Shuttles** — Shuttle · Varies by hotel
  Contact your hotel for details.
- **ALD Limo** — Other · Varies by destination
  Available for all arriving flights.
- **Lyft** — Rideshare
- **Manatee County MCAT Route 99** — Bus · 30–40 min to downtown Bradenton · $1.50 · Every 30–60 min
  MCAT Route 99 runs along US‑41/Tamiami Trail by the airport, connecting Sarasota and Bradenton.
- **Off‑airport parking shuttles** — Shuttle · 5–10 min from remote lots · Included with parking · Every 10–20 min
  Privately operated remote parking lots provide shuttle service to and from the terminal curb.
- **Sarasota and Manatee County Buses** — Bus · Varies by route · Midday every 30 min.
  Regular stops to downtown Sarasota and Bradenton.
- **Uber and Lyft** — Rideshare · Varies by traffic · Every 10 min.
  Follow app instructions for pickup.
- **Sarasota County Area Transit Route 2** — Bus · 25–35 min to downtown Sarasota (downtown station) · $1.50 · Every 30–60 min
  SCAT Route 2 stops along University Parkway near the airport entrance and connects to downtown Sarasota.
- **Taxi cabs from terminal curb** — Taxi · 15–20 min to downtown Sarasota · $25–$35 · On demand
  Taxis queue outside the baggage claim area and serve Sarasota, Bradenton, and nearby beaches.
- **Uber** — Rideshare

## Insider tips

- _Insider_: Enjoy the more relaxed atmosphere by cutting arrival times closer than typical at bigger airports, utilizing the short walk from parking to gate.
- _Time_: Late-morning or afternoon departures tend to be less congested; ideal for those with carry-ons only.
- _Local_: Dive into the local culinary scene by eating at Anna Maria Oyster Bar or Walburgers in Concourse A before your flight.
- _Quiet_: If you have time, take a leisurely lap around the terminal to appreciate its artwork and amenities.
- _Avoid_: Overthinking transport within the airport. Park close; there’s no maze of terminals to navigate.
- _Money_: Consider shade or overflow parking lots for more economical parking at $16 and $14 per day, respectively.
- _Quiet_: For a relaxed experience, enjoy the recently expanded holdroom and concession areas, offering more than just the basics.