Accessibility
Accessibility Services
The following information identifies and locates accessible services for travelers with disabilities at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW). If you require assistance and are not accompanied at the airport, please contact your airline for additional services.
Wheelchair Assistance
Wheelchair service is provided by airline-contracted skycap service providers. To ensure availability and timely service, it is strongly recommended to request this service in advance through your airline. Wheelchair service may be requested from the airline at the ticket counter or curbside counters on the day of travel as well.
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Short-term Airport Parking
Upon entering Short-term Parking (garage), please follow standard signage symbols for designated disabled parking spaces located adjacent to elevators and walkways to the terminal. Push-button emergency call boxes are located throughout the parking facilities for immediate assistance.
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Long-term Airport Parking
If parking in Long-term, there is complimentary door-to-door shuttle service for passengers and luggage between your car and the terminal curb. The shuttle driver will assist you with your luggage. Handicap accessible shuttle buses are available; please notify the parking attendant as you enter the Long-term Parking Lot of your accessibility needs.
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Sunflower Program
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) proudly supports the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program. Travelers with hidden disabilities can wear a sunflower symbol to discreetly indicate they may need extra assistance, time, or patience.
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Elevators
Elevators are located on the northeast and northwest sides of the parking garage on all three levels. Elevators are also available throughout the terminal to gain access to the Ticketing Lobby, Baggage Claim, Gates D-9A and D-9B and U.S. Customs facilities.
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Restrooms
All public restrooms, including “Companion Care,” throughout the terminal are wheelchair accessible.
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Security Restrictions
RSW security limits access beyond checkpoints to ticketed passengers. Airlines may grant exceptions for healthcare assistants or guardians accompanying passengers with special needs. To accompany someone to/from the gate, obtain airline permission and a gate pass.
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Service Animals
At Southwest Florida International Airport, Animal Relief Areas are located in the “grassy areas” at both ends of the terminal building on the lower level
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Rental Cars Serving RSW
Southwest Florida International Airport offers a convenient on-site rental car facility, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free arrival and transportation experience.
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Public Transportation
LeeTran buses are accessible for people with disabilities. The bus stop is located on the first floor/ground level of the parking garage. This area can be accessed by Crosswalk 1 and 5 on the arrivals/ground level.
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Service Animals
At Southwest Florida International Airport, Animal Relief Areas are located in the “grassy areas” at both ends of the terminal building on the lower level, adjacent to Doors 1 and 6, near the gazebo and loading dock, or across the street from baggage claim on the lower level near the parking garage. Please see the Arrivals & Baggage Claim Directory. We encourage all pet owners to use the animal relief areas before going through security screening checkpoints due to the lack of pet relief areas inside the concourses. Disposable bags and trash cans are available for your use. Please keep your pet leashed at all times while on airport property. For service animal needs inside the concourses, please contact your airline for assistance.ADA-related Questions or Concerns?
Nondiscrimination: Southwest Florida International Airport does not discriminate on the basis of disability in administration of its aviation-related programs and activities by complying with federal and state laws and regulations (Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Florida Americans with Disability Accessibility Requirements found in Section 503 of the Florida Statues).