Orlando Sanford airport (SFB)
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Location details, contact information, airlines, departure and arrival flight status, transportation, facilities and services, parking, special passenger amenities, nearby hotels and answers to passengers' frequently asked questions.
Passenger Guide
Orlando Sanford International Airport (IATA: SFB), opened on November 3, 1942, serves as the secondary commercial air hub in the Greater Orlando area. Operating as a fast, less congested alternative to Orlando International Airport (MCO), it handles an extensive domestic route network across dozens of U.S. destinations alongside select international flights to the Caribbean and Central America.
Official Website: flysfb.com
Phone: +1 (407) 585-4000
Terminals
The airport operates from a continuous single terminal building divided into two main sections: Terminal A and Terminal B, linked on foot past security on the departures concourse. Terminal B handles the check-in and primary operations of Allegiant Air, while Terminal A accommodates international services and secondary carriers.
Operating Hours: The passenger terminal is not open 24 hours continuously. Facilities open 2 hours prior to the first scheduled departure of the day and close 2 hours following the arrival of the last scheduled flight at night.
Annual Passenger Traffic (2019): 3.3 million passengers.
Information Desks
The central Information Booth is located on Level 1, directly in front of the elevators and escalators leading to Level 2. Staff is typically available starting 2 hours prior to scheduled flight departures.
Location
The airport is located in Sanford, Seminole County, Florida, approximately 43 km (27 miles) northeast of downtown Orlando and roughly 72 km (45 miles) northeast of the Walt Disney World Resort area.
See MapPublic and private transportation
The airport is located approximately 35-45 minutes by road from Downtown Orlando and 50-70 minutes from the International Drive tourist corridor and Disney World via Florida State Road 417 and Interstate 4. All ground transportation services (taxis, app-based rides, and shuttles) pick up across Red Cleveland Blvd, right across from Baggage Claim 1–3, east of the Welcome Center.
Ride-Sharing Apps
Uber and Lyft are authorized to operate at the airport. Estimated fares to downtown Orlando range between USD 60.00 and USD 100.00, while trips toward Walt Disney World / Lake Buena Vista typically range between USD 120.00 and USD 150.00, depending on demand.
Car Sharing
Through Turo, travelers can arrange designated vehicle drop-off and pickup on airport grounds.
Taxis
Official taxi operators serving the curbside include Yellow Cab Company of Orlando (tel. +1 407 422 2222) and Mears Taxi. Trips run on regulated meter fares, with an average transit time of 40 minutes to downtown Orlando.
Shuttles and Private Transfers
Pre-booked shuttle operators permitted by the airport include Groome Transportation (providing connections to Daytona Beach), Orlando Magical Rides, and Noel Transportation.
Commuter Rail
There is no direct train station inside the airport. The closest rail connection is the Sanford SunRail Station, approximately 15 minutes away by taxi or rideshare, connecting commuters through downtown Orlando on weekdays.
Car rental agencies
Rental Counters and Vehicle Pickup
Rental car company counters are located directly across the street from the terminal inside the Welcome Center. In addition, Alamo, National, and Enterprise operate from the dedicated annex building situated immediately south of the Welcome Center. Vehicle pickup and return lots are located on airport grounds within easy walking distance.
Available Agencies
- Alamo (tel. +1 407 585 3500 / 800 327 9633)
- Avis (tel. +1 407 585 4421 / 800 331 1212)
- Budget (tel. +1 407 585 4427 / 800 527 0700)
- Dollar (tel. +1 407 324 1314 / 800 423 4704)
- Enterprise (tel. +1 407 585 4400 / 800 736 8222)
- Hertz (tel. +1 407 585 4410 / 800 654 3131)
- National Car Rental (tel. +1 407 585 4405 / 800 327 9633)
- Thrifty (tel. +1 407 324 1314 / 800 847 4389)
Specialized accessible mobility vehicles can also be requested through Discount Mobility USA (tel. +1 407 438 8010).
Parking services at Orlando Sanford airport (SFB)
The airport provides both covered garage parking and outdoor lots conveniently located near the terminal. A 15-minute complimentary grace period applies across all paid parking facilities.
Parking Facilities
- Parking Garage: multi-level covered facility across from the terminal. Daily rate: USD 20.00 (USD 23.00/day starting October 2026). Covered walkway access.
- Hourly Lot: surface lot adjacent to the terminal for short-term stays. Rate: USD 2.00 per 20 minutes, up to a daily maximum of USD 28.00 (USD 30.00/day starting October 2026).
- Long Term Lot A & Lot B: open-air long-stay lots. Daily rate: USD 15.00 (USD 17.00/day starting October 2026). Serviced by continuous free shuttle buses (SFB Shuttle) operating every 15 minutes.
- Cell Phone Waiting Lot: free designated waiting area along the entrance road for drivers awaiting arriving passengers. Vehicles must remain attended.
Parking Inquiries
For parking questions and information, contact the parking office at tel. +1 (407) 417-5170.
Facilities for passengers with special needs
Orlando Sanford International Airport is fully accessible, featuring ramps, elevators, and spacious family restrooms designed for barrier-free mobility.
Special Assistance Requests
Travelers requiring wheelchair service or personal boarding assistance must notify their airline at least 48 to 72 hours before departure. For specialized assistance through security checkpoints, passengers can reach out to TSA Cares at least 72 hours in advance.
Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program
SFB participates in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program. Passengers with non-visible disabilities can request a complimentary sunflower lanyard in person at the Level 1 Information Booth or request one in advance by emailing [email protected].
Lactation Suites and Family Amenities
Private Mamava Lactation Pods are located on Level 2, equipped for nursing mothers. A Children's Play Area is also available in the airside concourse.
Parking Accessibility
Designated accessible parking spaces are provided on levels 1 and 4 of the Parking Garage near elevators, in the Hourly Lot, and adjacent to shuttle stops in long-term lots. The airport complies with Florida State statutes providing parking fee exemptions for modified vehicles equipped with ramps or hand controls and decorated disabled veterans.
Latest updates: September 27, 2026
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