Travelling from Spokane International Airport (GEG) to Tampa: what you need to know
The timezone in Tampa is UTC-5. The city is three hours ahead of Spokane, where Spokane International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your GEG to Tampa flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
GEG is about 10 kilometres from central Spokane. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near GEG. Whether you have an early flight from Spokane International Airport to Tampa or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
84% of flights leaving Spokane International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from GEG.
You'll find GEG at 9000 West Airport Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Spokane International Airport (GEG) to Tampa
R 2,340 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Spokane International Airport to Tampa flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 4,680. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from GEG to Tampa, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is around 11 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Spokane International Airport to Tampa, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near TPA:
Booking your vehicle from Tampa International Airport around one week before your flight from GEG to Tampa can help you lock in the best possible rate.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
After your flight from Spokane International Airport to Tampa has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Tampa is roughly 32 kilometres from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to PIE. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your GEG to Tampa flight:
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by booking your ride from PIE before your arrival. You'll also avoid paying extra, especially when demand is high.
The address for St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
March is the busiest month for flights from Spokane International Airport to Tampa. To escape the crowds, head to Tampa in December.
Lock in a Spokane International Airport to Tampa plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GEG to Tampa in January when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Tampa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Tampa right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Spokane International Airport to Tampa:
The Florida Aquarium and Busch Gardens Tampa are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Tampa must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to ZooTampa at Lowry Park.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Tampa, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey around 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its must-visit sights. From St. John's Cathedral to Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 338 kilometres southeast of Tampa, Miami is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami.
