Why BA car hire?

Book your car hire with British Airways - in partnership with Avis - and enjoy these great benefits:

  • Great rates and flexibility
  • Combine your flight with a car and save
  • Convenient and extensive choice of locations
  • Earn Avios on every rental
  • All mandatory charges included
  • 24 hour customer support
  • Free additional driver for Executive Club members
  • Join Avis Preferred at no extra charge and beat the queues with faster pick up

Car hire in Tampa

British Airways car hire in partnership with Avis includes all the mandatory charges you'll need to drive away in your car.

• Unlimited mileage
• 24–hour customer support and roadside assistance
• Collect Avios on every rental
• Free additional driver for Executive Club members worldwide

Car hire in Tampa provides the best way to explore the Gulf Coast. Choose from our selection of compact, intermediate and people carriers, suitable for all types of Florida holidays.

Enjoy the beach and theme parks in one holiday with Tampa car hire. And save money when you book your flight and car hire together with us. Our car hire gives you peace of mind, with all the local taxes, rates and insurance included. With so much to see on the Gulf Coast, hiring a car is the best way to see it all. Avis also provides the largest selection of cars and pickup locations.

Must do Tampa fly-drive itineraries

Hire a car and plan a fantastic trip

From Tampa to Orlando

Tampa-Kissimmee-Orlando

From Tampa to Orlando

Tampa-Kissimmee-Orlando. Spend the day driving from Tampa to Orlando, stopping off at Kissimmee. Visit agricultural Plant City on the way. We recommend spending at least a week on this route, giving you time to explore Orlando and all of its theme parks and activities.

From Tampa to Sarasota

Cultural hotspot

From Tampa to Sarasota

Tampa-St Petersburg-Bradenton-Sarasota. This scenic route is only a 26-mile drive, from Tampa visit St Pete’s white sandy beaches, cross the Sunshine Skyway bridge to Bradenton and end up in trendy Sarasota. Relax on the USA’s number 1 beach Siesta Key.

From Tampa to Miami

From Tampa to Miami

From Tampa to Miami

Tampa-St Petersburg-Sarasota-Fort Myers-Naples-Everglades-Miami. Drive from Tampa to Miami, visiting the beaches of St Petersburg, the botanical gardens of Sarasota and Fort Myers. Continue through the stunning natural Everglades to Miami, we recommend three days to explore Ocean Drive, South Beach and more.

From Tampa to Sanibel and Captiva

From Tampa to Sanibel and Captiva

From Tampa to Sanibel and Captiva

Tampa-St Petersburg-Sarasota-Fort Myers-Sanibel/Captiva. Explore the Gulf Coast from Tampa, taking in St Petersburg, Sarasota and Fort Myers. End up on the beautiful beaches of Sanibel and Captiva. Spend a week relaxing on white sand and swimming in clear blue water.

From Tampa to Key West

From Tampa to Key West

From Tampa to Key West

Tampa-Clearwater-St Petersburg-Sarasota-Fort Myers-Naples-Everglades-Key Largo-Islamorada-Duck Key-Marathon-Key West. Spend 14 nights driving from Tampa to the USA’s southern-most point, Key West. Stop off in Clearwater, St Pete’s, Sarasota, Fort Myers and Naples before driving through the Everglades. Continue to Key Largo, Islamorada, Duck Key and Marathon. This route provides spectacular nature and views.

Tampa car hire deals

See Tampa your way with one of our car deals

Economy car

Economy car

Hire an Economy car on your holiday for an unforgettable road trip.

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Intermediate car

Intermediate car

Upgrade to an Intermediate car on your fly-drive holiday.

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People carrier

People carrier

Hire a people carrier, great for groups with lots of luggage.

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