Sarasota-Bradenton airport announces new direct flight to major Florida city
Manatee County residents will soon have a faster option for a trip to South Florida.
American Airlines announced it will offer direct flights from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) to Miami International Airport (MIA) beginning Nov. 3.
The daily flight is planned to depart SRQ at 6:30 a.m. and arrive in Miami at 7:40 a.m. The daily return trip will leave Miami at 9:30 p.m. The schedule is subject to change, according to a news release.
The short flight is on a 76-seat Embraer 175 jet offering first class, “Main Cabin Extra” and main cabin seating options.
“American is pleased to connect Sarasota with our Miami hub,” said Jordan Pack, director of domestic network planning with American Airlines, said in a news release. “Miami is our gateway to Latin America and the Caribbean, and with this service, customers will be able to connect to more than 60 destinations in the region to explore vibrant Puerto Rico, relax on the beaches of Aruba, or taste the coffee in Colombia, and much more.”
According to Google Maps, a drive from Bradenton or SRQ to Miami takes almost four times longer than the new 1-hour, 10-minute flight from American.
The Miami flight will be American Airlines’ sixth nonstop route from SRQ. The others go to Charlotte, North Carolina (CLT), Washington, D.C. (DCA), Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas (DFW), Chicago (ORD) and Philadelphia (PHL).
MIA is an American Airlines hub. The company’s headquarters are in Fort Worth, Texas.
Flight prices have not yet been announced.
As SRQ continues to add new flight options, the airport’s leadership recently announced a 3.3% increase in passenger traffic compared to last year.
“As summer season approaches, we are happy to report sustained high demand for travel at our airport,” SRQ president and CEO Rick Piccolo said in a recent news release. “With an expanded array of destinations and a growing number of travelers, our team remains committed to delivering an exceptional travel experience for all passengers.”
This story was originally published May 20, 2025 at 5:50 AM.
