SRQ

SRQ is the IATA code for Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport, a public-use airport serving the southwest Florida metro area. It sits between the cities of Sarasota and Bradenton in Sarasota and Manatee counties. The airport is owned by the Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority and operates as a regional gateway for commercial air service, general aviation, and cargo activities.

History and development: The facility began during World War II as Bradenton Army Air Field, used for military training by the United States Army Air Forces. After the war, it was converted to civilian use and renamed Sarasota Municipal Airport. Over the ensuing decades it expanded its facilities and services, eventually adopting the name Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport to reflect its broader regional role.

Facilities and operations: SRQ features a passenger terminal that serves multiple airlines and a range of destinations, with typical airport amenities such as dining, retail outlets, and rental car counters. The airport accommodates domestic passenger traffic and supports international charters or limited international arrivals, consistent with its international designation. In addition to commercial flights, SRQ handles general aviation and cargo operations.

Airlines and destinations: The airport hosts scheduled passenger service from several U.S. carriers to major hub airports, with routes and frequencies that vary by season and year. The specific airline mix and schedules can change, and travelers are advised to check current listings for up-to-date destinations.

Ground transportation and access: SRQ is accessible by road and offers on-site parking, rental car services, taxis, ride-sharing options, and connections to local hotel shuttles. Ground transportation infrastructure supports easy access to downtown Sarasota, Bradenton, and surrounding areas.