Travel Information
Getting There
Punta Gorda Airport, also known as PGD, is off I-75 on Florida’s southwest coast between Sarasota and Ft. Myers, just minutes from Charlotte Harbor. Sun Country and Allegiant provide low-cost, nonstop air service to more than 50 destinations. Owned and operated by the Charlotte County Airport Authority, PGD is an important transportation and economic asset for the regio
Two other airports serve the region as well but they do require a further transfer to the Sunseeker resort:
Sarasota Airport (SRQ): Everything about Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is designed for your convenience. Our spacious terminal allows you to move about smoothly and easily, without stress or hurry. Airline ticketing, baggage claim, and other services are steps away from the main concourse. Check-in lines at SRQ are much shorter than at mega-airports, and there are no long lines of planes stacked up for take-off or landing. This airport is 58 miles from the resort.
Ft. Myers Airport (RSW): Located in Fort Myers, Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) served more than 11 million passengers in 2025 and is one of the top 50 U.S. airports for passenger traffic. This airport is 43 miles from the resort.
Airline Discounts
A number of airlines service the airlines mentioned above. We will be offering discounts on both, United and Delta Airlines, .
Rights Holders: We respectfully ask that you use one of the airlines we have secured a discount on for your travel. You must use the discount code to receive your reimbursement.
United Airlines: We are pleased to partner with United Airlines for air travel to the US Sports Congress. To make flight discount reservations online please click on the code: ZS3Z778823 You may also earn miles call United for their travel Meetings when Reservation Desk from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT, Monday-Friday at (800) 426-1122 for booking assistance united.com/meetingtravel and enter the code above. Booking fees are waived for United International customers Meetings reservations.
Delta Airlines: Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for US Sports Congress
Please click here to book your flights.
You may also call Conferences and Events® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (EST) and refer to Meeting Event Code NM539
*Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation
800 number.
Shuttle/Car Rental
Rental car service counters are located in the baggage claim area on the first level of the terminal. The airport’s spacious rental car facility provides a central pick-up and drop-off location for car rentals. Located directly next to the terminal, the rental car facility is covered so travelers are protected from inclement weather. For car reservations, please contact the rental car agencies directly.
Rental car companies are open for all inbound and outbound flights beginning at 6 a.m. Please call the numbers below to reserve your vehicle.
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Alamo: 800-462-5266
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Avis: 800-331-1212
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Budget: 800-527-0700
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Dollar: 800-800-4000
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Enterprise: 800-736-8222
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Hertz: 800-704-4473
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National: 800-227-7368
Uber & Lyft
Lyft and Uber provide pick-up and drop-off services at the terminal curbside. Follow signage to the designated Ride App Pick-Up area located between the terminal and rental car facility. Map
Host Hotel
The host hotel for this years US Sports Congress will be the Sunseeker Resort.
Please note: All attendees are required to stay a the resort - our host hotel.
The specially negotiated rate for the US Sports Congress is: $279.00/night plus tax (based on double occupancy). If you are arriving before Sunday (12/6) rooms are only available on a limited basis. To make reservations please click the blue button above or call the hotel.
Please note, if you are a Rights Holder, your reservations will be made for you.
Sunseeker Resort by Hilton
Find delicious dining, an array of activities, and space to unwind at our waterfront resort. We offer two outdoor swimming pools with bars, including a rooftop adults-only oasis. Enjoy global flavors at our many restaurants and food hall, and host your next event
Nearby Attractions
Discover your perfect getaway in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, where every traveler finds something to love. From outdoor adventures to arts, culture, and nightlife, this is the place to unwind, explore, and make lasting memories.
Embrace nature across more than 70 parks and preserves or paddle through 200 miles of scenic Blueway Trails. Prefer to stay on land? Enjoy hiking, biking, and birdwatching throughout our coastal trails and vibrant green spaces.
Beach lovers can spend the day collecting shells and fossilized shark teeth on pristine stretches of sand along Manasota Key and the Gulf Islands. For a dose of culture, explore local galleries, live performances, and historic murals that showcase our coastal charm.
As the sun sets, the fun continues with waterfront dining, lively bars, and entertainment spots that are perfect for a night out.