Compare 5 airports near Manatee County
146.1 km to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
120.3 km to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
58.8 km to St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
180.9 km to Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB)
58.2 km to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Search for flights to Manatee County and book hotels in Manatee County, or scroll down for more details.
This content is AI-generated. Please refer to actual conditions.
Airports near Manatee County: MCO, RSW, PIE, MLB and TPA.
Airports Near Manatee County: Key Information
Number of airports in Manatee County
0
Closest airport to the city center
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Distance
58.2 km
Fastest arrival time
45 minutes - 1 hour
Airport with the cheapest transport
St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Compare domestic and international airports near Manatee County.
Orlando International Airport
Distance: 146.1 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
FlixBus
Cheapest
7 hours 20 minutes - 7 hours 40 minutes
USD 24-50
Budget
Private Taxi Service
Fastest
2 hours 10 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes
USD 250-350
Comfort
Out-of-Town Shuttle
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours
USD 150-250
Balanced
Southwest Florida International Airport
Distance: 120.3 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Airport Taxi
Fastest
1 hour 40 minutes - 2 hours
USD 200-300
Comfort
Uber/Lyft
1 hour 40 minutes - 2 hours
USD 150-220
Balanced
Private Shuttle Service
Cheapest
2 hours - 2 hours 30 minutes
USD 180-250
Budget
St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport
Distance: 58.8 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
PSTA Transit
Cheapest
3 hours - 3 hours 30 minutes
USD 5-15
Budget
Local Taxi Service
Fastest
45 minutes - 1 hour
USD 80-120
Comfort
Uber/Lyft
45 minutes - 1 hour
USD 60-100
Balanced
Melbourne Orlando International Airport
Distance: 180.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Private Car Service
Fastest
3 hours - 3 hours 30 minutes
USD 300-450
Comfort
Direct Airport Shuttle
3 hours 10 minutes - 3 hours 40 minutes
USD 250-350
Balanced
Coach/Bus Service
Cheapest
8 hours - 10 hours
USD 50-100
Budget
Tampa International Airport
Distance: 58.2 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
HART/MCAT Transit
Cheapest
2 hours 20 minutes - 2 hours 50 minutes
USD 6-25
Budget
Standard Taxi
Fastest
50 minutes - 1 hour 10 minutes
USD 120-160
Comfort
Uber/Lyft
50 minutes - 1 hour 10 minutes
USD 50-90
Balanced
Compare 5 airports near Manatee County
Airport Guide
Compare 5 airports near Manatee County
The nearest gateway to Manatee County is Tampa International Airport (TPA), situated 58.18 km away, offering a mix of domestic and international flights with convenient rideshare options. Closely following is St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) at 58.80 km, which serves as a highly efficient and budget-friendly alternative for travelers. For those landing at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW, 120.33 km), private transfers are the most reliable way to navigate the long distance to the county. Orlando International Airport (MCO, 146.15 km) and Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB, 180.95 km) are further away and generally require professional shuttle or taxi arrangements for a seamless door-to-door experience. Travelers should note that while public bus networks exist, they are often complex and involve multiple transfers, making rideshare or pre-booked shuttles significantly more practical for reaching the Manatee County city center. For the best balance of speed and comfort, we recommend utilizing TPA or PIE whenever possible, as they offer the most direct and frequent ground transportation links to the area.
Hotels near Manatee County airport
Breakfast
Very Good103 Reviews
Manatee County|21.8km from city center
Clean and tidy, the bed is particularly comfortable, the environment is elegant, it is worth staying, tourist attractions can live in such a hotel is a good experience, I recommend everyone to tryFromUS$98
Great120 Reviews
Manatee County|26.31km from city center
The location is within img academy, so it is very suitable for boarding student care, the swimming pool is convenient to use, and the facilities and interior of the rooms are excellent.FromUS$131
Very Good43 Reviews
Manatee County|23.48km from city center
The new hotel, the facilities, supplies and everything are very new. The breakfast is pure western style. The airport pick-up service feels average. When it arrives, it is said that there will be no pick-up service after 7 o'clock. The drop-off said that there is no early shift. It is estimated that it is only available during normal working hours. It is too early or too late to be prepared to take a taxi back and forth. There are McDonald's and pizza nearby. It's okay to deal with it. It's okay if you don't pay much attention to food, or take a taxi to go to a far place.FromUS$108
Very Good97 Reviews
Manatee County|23.54km from city center
What an amazing place to be the staff was amazing helpful it's in a great area with a great price everyone was friendly with smiling faces it's right across street from the Sarasota to bring the airport it has a variety of different rooms from King standard King a double sweets rooms come with refrigerator microwave all and I'll give it a five star if I could give it 10 I could it's got a full bar and grill buffet breakfast it's an amazing day if you're in the Sarasota Bradenton area I would definitely consider staying even if it's a night awayFromUS$106
Very Good106 Reviews
Bradenton|9.3km from city center
Newly built hotel, the room is clean and spacious, the bed and pillows are good, but there is still some new decoration taste. Early and simple, there are kitchen facilities, but the kitchen supplies have to ask the front desk.FromUS$78
Family friendly
Very Good106 Reviews
Bradenton|5.39km from city center
The room is clean, the size is OK, the bathroom is a little small, parking is very convenient, the location is close to the city center, after all, in this city to drive. Breakfast is a basic selection of smart choices. The swimming pool is also bigger than the big city.FromUS$101
Great99 Reviews
Bradenton|13.3km from city center
This hotel is always has friendly and helpful staff. Very clean from my experience and they are in the best location if you’re a local. If you’re here for the beach, probably not where you wanna be. This place goes above and beyond to make the guest comfortable. The breakfast isn’t bad either. They have a nice variety although the same variety day in and day out. I will stay here again for sure. FromUS$116
Very Good87 Reviews
Longboat Key|11.35km from city center
When you stay at The Resort at Longboat Key Club in Longboat Key, you'll be by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Lido Beach and Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium. This beach resort is 9.9 mi (16 km) from Siesta Key Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from St. Armands Circle.Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can get some exercise with a round of golf or enjoy a lazy day at the private beach. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).Grab a bite at Sands Pointe, one of the resort's 6 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 4 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 11 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Longboat Key? This resort has 18246 square feet (1695 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free valet parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 218 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have private balconies or patios. 42-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.FromUS$449
Great64 Reviews
Longboat Key|3.05km from city center
When you stay at Sea Club I Beach Resort in Longboat Key, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Coquina Beach and Bradenton Beach. This beach apartment is 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from Lido Beach and 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from St. Armands Circle.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This apartment also features complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 24 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.Great99 Reviews
Holmes Beach|1.21km from city center
With a stay at Cedar Cove Resort and Cottages, you'll be centrally located in Holmes Beach, within a 15-minute drive of Coquina Beach and Anna Maria Beach. This beach resort is 21 mi (33.8 km) from Tampa Bay and 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Bean Point Beach.Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this resort include concierge services, gift shops/newsstands, and wedding services.Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 19 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as microwaves and coffee/tea makers.FromUS$265
5 star
Outstanding35 Reviews
Anna Maria|0.92km from city center
If sugar-white sand between your toes, waves singing you to sleep, and sunsets painted just for you sound good…welcome home. Here, time slows down and the only real question is: sunrise swim or sunset toast? Safely swim right outside your door, with Bean Point just a leisurely 15-minute walk away.Nest on the Beach is beachfront, modern, stylish and designed for joy. Built in 2018 and happily welcoming guests, this 3,500-square-foot designer beach house has spectacular sea and sunset views, decks and balconies off every bedroom, marble ensuite bathrooms, a heated saltwater pool and a ginormous 12' x 9.5' hot tub.Beach landscaping surrounds the sunny 31' x 19' heated pool, with curvy coconut palms, sand daisies, sea oats and winding paths through the dunes. But the real star is the sea, with sparkling blue-green views blending beautifully with the pool. The 103° hot tub comfortably fits 8+ with cocktails in hand. An outdoor circular shower lets you rinse off while keeping that gorgeous beach view—with privacy, too.Modern, Bright & BeachyGiant picture windows showcase the sea and sand from every angle. Whitewashed wood floors, designer furnishings, sparkling appliances and clean, uncluttered lines create a light, relaxed feel. Fast free WiFi and free long-distance calling to Europe, Canada and Mexico keep you connected—if you must!The spacious great room features dramatic 24-foot sliding doors opening onto a sunny deck for true indoor-outdoor living. The open kitchen and dining area includes a large glass table and island seating for five—perfect for keeping the chef company. There’s also a desk, powder room and full laundry room.The MasterThe romantic master has breathtaking beach views and a 16-foot wall of glass opening onto a private deck at the edge of the sea. King pillow-top mattress, down duvet, Restoration Hardware linens, gas fireplace and a dreamy ensuite with double vessel sinks, a shower built for two and a clawfoot tub overlooking the beach. Bath salts, bubbles, chandelier and soft pink linen curtains complete the indulgence.Four More BedroomsEach of the four additional bedrooms has a private ensuite marble bathroom, shower and balcony. They’re beautifully styled with pillow-top mattresses, fine linens, piles of pillows and playful touches including canopies, hanging chairs and vanity tables. Everyone gets their own private retreat.Nest on the Beach sits atop the famous white quartz sands of Anna Maria Island’s north end, just a stone’s throw from the shopping, dining, parades, festivals and fun of historic Pine Avenue. The beach is right outside, with shelling, kayaking, paddleboarding, surfing, swimming, fishing—or simply doing absolutely nothing.On-site management is always available to help make your stay easy and memorable.Come for as long as you can. Shoes are optional. BYOB bikinis. Life really is better at the beach.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 21.About events:No events allowed.Outstanding53 Reviews
Longboat Key|8.19km from city center
EXCELLENT EXPERIENCE!!!!! I always go to 5 star hotels but there was something else about this one! This one was a top notch experience I will def be returning… Everything there was including food and service was more than excellentFromUS$790
Great88 Reviews
Manatee County|14.81km from city center
Amazing hotel, amazing place!
Highly recommend for family trip. Thanks to all staff for supporting and advising.FromUS$173
Great50 Reviews
Manatee County|19.68km from city center
Stay in our Sarasota hotel located just steps from the airport and minutes from the stunning Gulf Coast. Our prime location offers access to the world-renowned white sands of Siesta Key and the upscale shopping and dining at St. Armands Circle. As a top-rated hotel in Sarasota, we're near major local landmarks like the Ringling Museum of Art, the Asolo Repertory Theatre, and the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus. Visitors looking for a hotel in Sarasota, FL, love being close to Mote Marine Laboratory and the Nathan Benderson Park for rowing and outdoor events. Our suites feature full kitchens and access to a 24-hour fitness center and a heated outdoor pool. Enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast daily and our evening social gatherings.FromUS$127
0 Reviews
Manatee County|25.02km from city center
With a stay at this cottage in Bradenton, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of IMG Academy and Riverwalk. This cottage is 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from Tampa Bay and 16.2 mi (26.1 km) from Lido Beach.Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access.Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with an oven and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a dryer.FromUS$2,298
FAQs
-
Which airport is the closest to Manatee County?
The nearest airport to Manatee County is Tampa International Airport (TPA), about 58.2 km away.Orlando International Airport (MCO) (146.1 km), Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) (120.3 km), St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) (58.8 km) and Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB) (180.9 km).
-
How long does it take to get from Manatee County to the airport?
Getting from Manatee County to Tampa International Airport (TPA) takes about 50 minutes - 1 hour 10 minutes.
-
How do I get to Manatee County?
We recommend flying into Tampa International Airport (TPA), which is approximately 58.2 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Standard Taxi, reaching downtown in about 50 minutes - 1 hour 10 minutes.
-
How many airports does Manatee County have?
Manatee County has 5 airports: Orlando International Airport (MCO), Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE), Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB) and Tampa International Airport (TPA).