Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.
New York and Tampa are in the UTC-4 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Flights from JFK to TPA start from 06:30 — the earliest with JetBlue Airways. The last departure is at 20:45 with JetBlue Airways. In total, you can take your pick of 102 weekly John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JFK to TPA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
JetBlue Airways is your gateway to exploring Tampa (and perhaps some other exciting corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most travellers choose to travel with JetBlue Airways on this route.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier that operates JFK to TPA flights, with 77.78% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between JFK and TPA:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight is R 1,334. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 2,312. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from JFK to TPA, book your trip seven months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% touch down on time at their destination.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to JFK? If you've booked an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Tampa International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty to explore Tampa and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tampa International Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
From Tampa International Airport, Tampa is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Tampa. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from JFK to TPA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Tampa. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa, Miami is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.