Flying in
Airports near Benchmark International Arena
The closest airport to Benchmark International Arena is Tampa International Airport (TPA), 5.5 miles away in a straight line. St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is 15 miles.
Airports compared
Straight-line distance from Benchmark International Arena. The drive is always longer, and the roads near a venue are busiest at event times.
| Airport | Type | From the venue | Metro search | First airport for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TPA Tampa International Airport | Large airport | 5.5 mi (8.9 km) | None | 40 venues we list |
| PIE St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport | Large airport | 15 mi (23.4 km) | None | 32 venues we list |
| SRQ Sarasota Bradenton International Airport | Large airport | 38 mi (61.4 km) | None | Most Sarasota events |
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Search flights for (the day before to the day after):
- Nov 9: Rush
- Nov 11: Rush
- Nov 12: Il Volo
- Nov 13: Doja Cat & Latto
- Nov 14: Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Detroit Red Wings
- Nov 17: Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Washington Capitals
- Nov 19: Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Edmonton Oilers
- Nov 22: Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Buffalo Sabres
When events at Benchmark International Arena happen
- 20 of 66 upcoming events (as of Nov 8, 2026) are on Saturdays; 37 fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 52 of 65 with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Home teams
- Tampa Bay Lightning (NHL) play here; see every NHL arena’s nearest airport.
- Of the 30 NHL arenas we list, Benchmark International Arena is the 11th closest to its first airport (5.5 mi; league median 6.5 mi).
Teams visiting Benchmark International Arena
Teams that play here on upcoming dates we sell tickets for, and whose own home is another venue.
- Detroit Red Wings, next here Sat, Nov 14
- Washington Capitals, next here Tue, Nov 17
- Edmonton Oilers, next here Thu, Nov 19
- Buffalo Sabres, next here Sun, Nov 22
- Carolina Hurricanes, next here Wed, Nov 25
- Columbus Blue Jackets, next here Mon, Dec 7
- Boston Bruins, next here Thu, Dec 10
- Pittsburgh Penguins, next here Sat, Dec 12
Where to stay
Frequently asked questions
What time do events at Benchmark International Arena usually start?
52 of the 65 upcoming events with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Which airport should I fly into for a Tampa Bay Lightning game?
TPA is the nearest airport we list, 5.5 miles away; PIE is 15 miles. Fares differ by date, so compare both when you search.
What is the closest airport to Benchmark International Arena?
The closest airport to Benchmark International Arena is Tampa International Airport (TPA), 5.5 miles away in a straight line.
How does Benchmark International Arena compare with other NHL arenas?
Of the 30 NHL arenas we list, Benchmark International Arena is the 11th closest to its first airport (5.5 miles; the league median is 6.5 miles).
How far is PIE from Benchmark International Arena?
St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is 15 miles (23.4 km) from Benchmark International Arena in a straight line, against 5.5 miles for TPA.
Can I book flights and Benchmark International Arena tickets together?
No. Event tickets and flights are separate bookings with separate confirmations, so neither changes automatically if the other does.
