Flying from Atlanta to Tampa International Airport (TPA): What you need to know
Your travels get underway at Atlanta's main airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Explore your options for booking a flight from Atlanta to Tampa International Airport (TPA) leaving from this terminal.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 30 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Atlanta to Tampa International Airport flight.
Atlanta and Tampa (where Tampa International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the most popular route. There are 109 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Delta Air Lines at 11:59pm. Go for the first ATL to TPA departure with Frontier Airlines at 5:05am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
To ensure you get on your flight from Atlanta to TPA, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Take the express route from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Nonstop flights from Atlanta to Tampa International Airport (TPA) can be booked from here.
At ATL, there's a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Atlanta to Tampa International Airport, including:
Most passengers prefer to fly with Delta Air Lines between ATL and TPA.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Southwest Airlines.
ATL is around 18 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Atlanta to Tampa International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport's on-time performance, 76.64% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for ATL is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Atlanta to Tampa International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
Pick up a Tampa International Airport rental car and discover Tampa and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Budget and Thrifty are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Atlanta to Tampa International Airport flight.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
Central Tampa is around 8 kilometres from Tampa International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Currently, R 461 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Tampa International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 922. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Atlanta to TPA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Atlanta to Tampa International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Atlanta to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
July is when most people book flights from Atlanta to Tampa International Airport (TPA). Plan your visit to Tampa in May if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Atlanta to TPA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Atlanta to Tampa International Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Tampa
Once you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Tampa International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tampa:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Super Bowl, Busch Gardens Tampa and The Florida Aquarium are popular attractions which should feature on every Tampa itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Tampa. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include St. John's Cathedral, San Marco Historic District and Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville.
Orlando is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 129 kilometres north-east of Tampa. No journey is complete without a visit to Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Hogwarts Express.
