{ "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Airport", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "addressCountry": "United States of America", "addressLocality": "Fort Myers" }, "airlines": [ "American Airlines", "Delta Air Lines" ], "amenityFeature": [ { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time", "value": "45 minutes" }, { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time", "value": "90 minutes" }, { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time", "value": "90 minutes" }, { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "International to International Connection Time", "value": "120 minutes" }, { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "Interline Connection Time", "value": "0 minutes" } ], "city": "Fort Myers", "code": "RSW", "connection_tips": "Southwest Florida International Airport operates as the primary leisure travel gateway to Southwest Florida's beaches, resorts, and attractions with a modern single midfield terminal featuring three concourses (B, C, D) radiating from a central atrium, processing over 10 million passengers annually with heavy seasonal vacation traffic peaking during winter months when northern travelers escape cold weather. Ground transportation to Fort Myers-Naples region beaches includes rental cars via shuttle-connected facilities, taxis, and ride-share services serving Sanibel Island, Captiva Island, Naples, Marco Island, and other Southwest Florida vacation destinations within 30-90 minutes of the airport. The airport serves as essential infrastructure supporting the region's leisure tourism industry including beach resorts, golf destinations, fishing charters, and cultural attractions throughout Lee County and neighboring Collier County where millions of visitors annually access Florida's Gulf Coast vacation destinations.\n\nThe terminal's efficient design enables 6-10 minute walks from atrium to concourse ends, though connections between concourses require returning to the central post-security hallway as concourses lack airside connectivity. International arrivals process through Concourse B's Federal Inspection Station with immigration booths and customs facilities, with domestic connections requiring security re-screening after a 5-minute walk from customs back to the checkpoint.\n\nSecurity screening averages 10-20 minutes during normal periods but can exceed 30 minutes on heavy Saturday cruise turnover days when passengers coordinate with Port of Fort Myers cruise schedules, requiring TSA PreCheck or CLEAR enrollment for expedited processing during peak winter season. Seasonal weather patterns create operational challenges during summer thunderstorm season (May-October) when afternoon storms frequently cause delays, while winter months offer optimal flying conditions coinciding with peak tourist season when snowbird visitors and vacationers create significant passenger volumes throughout Southwest Florida's tourism economy.", "country": "United States of America", "flag_url": "https://flagcdn.com/w320/us.png", "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=USD", "frequent_traveler_tip": [ "Travel Nov-Apr for pleasant weather but expect premium prices and double volume.", "Book rental cars early in peak season - all majors on-site but high seasonal demand.", "Use TSA PreCheck or CLEAR - security lines exceed 30 minutes on heavy Saturday cruise turnover days.", "Allow 30 minutes to Fort Myers Beach, 45 minutes to Sanibel Island, 50 minutes to Naples from RSW.", "Take advantage of free unlimited Wi-Fi and charging stations at every gate area.", "Visit tourism ambassadors at information booths - upper atriums and baggage claim.", "Avoid summer travel May-Sep unless necessary - hot, humid with afternoon thunderstorms.", "Use LeeTran Route 50 for budget ground transport connecting RSW to downtown Fort Myers.", "Plan Starbucks stops strategically - multiple locations throughout all three concourses.", "Book international flights early - seasonal Canada/Europe service fills quickly in winter." ], "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Southwest%20Florida%20International%20Airport", "google_maps_reviews": { "rating": 0.0, "recent_reviews": [], "total_reviews": 0 }, "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=USD", "iataCode": "RSW", "icao": "KRSW", "international": true, "last_modified": "June 2026", "last_updated": "2026-03-30", "latitude": 26.5361995697, "layover_planner_info": "Consider exploring Fort Myers if you have a long layover.", "longitude": -81.7552032471, "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45, "mct_domestic_to_international": 90, "mct_interline": 110, "mct_international_to_domestic": 90, "mct_international_to_international": 120, "missed_connection_help": "Contact your airline's service desk for assistance with rebooking.", "name": "Southwest Florida International Airport", "region": "Americas", "related_airports": [ { "code": "APF", "name": "Naples Municipal Airport" }, { "code": "ATL", "name": "Hartsfield\u2013Jackson Atlanta International" }, { "code": "FMY", "name": "Page Field" }, { "code": "IMM", "name": "Immokalee Regional Airport" }, { "code": "PGD", "name": "Punta Gorda Airport" } ], "terminal_info": "Southwest Florida International uses a single midfield terminal with three concourses (B, C, and D) radiating from a central atrium. All check-in counters, baggage claim, and ground transportation sit in the main level of the atrium, with escalators leading up to security and the concourse entrances. Walking from the atrium to the end of each concourse generally takes 6\u201310 minutes; concourses are not connected airside, so moving between them requires returning to the central post-security hallway. A curbside shuttle loop links the terminal to rental car facilities and remote parking.\n\nSecurity screening is centralized just past ticketing, feeding into a shared mezzanine where passengers branch toward Concourses B, C, or D. TSA PreCheck operates during peak hours and CLEAR uses a dedicated lane when staffed; standard waits average 10\u201320 minutes in winter season but can exceed 30 minutes on heavy Saturday cruise turnover days. If PreCheck lanes close in the afternoon, officers merge trusted travelers into the front of the standard queue.\n\nInternational arrivals typically use gates in Concourse B with a Federal Inspection Station on the lower level. Passengers disembark to immigration booths, collect bags on a separate carousel, and clear customs before rejoining the main arrivals hall. Domestic connections from an international flight require re-clearing security; the walk from customs back to the checkpoint is about 5 minutes.\n\nAmenities include a USO lounge landside near baggage claim for active-duty military and families, while airside options center on regional eateries like Fort Myers Brewing Co. (Concourse B), The Shoppes at Paradise (C), and casual spots such as Dunkin', Starbucks, and The Runway Bar & Grill spread across all concourses. Retail is light but covers duty-free near the international gates, travel essentials, beachwear, and local souvenirs; free high-speed Wi\u2011Fi and plentiful charging points ring the gate areas.\n\nThe terminal is fully ADA accessible with elevators, wide corridors, and wheelchair assistance coordinated through airlines. Family restrooms sit near each concourse entrance and midway down every pier; nursing rooms are available close to Gates C3 and D5. Pet relief areas are provided outdoors on both ends of the arrivals curb and inside near the entrance to Concourse D, and children can burn energy in small play zones near Concourses B and C.", "terminal_map_url": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Southwest%20Florida%20International%20Airport%20airport" }