Travelling from Montego Bay Airport (MBJ) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Montego Bay Airport to Tampa International Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Montego Bay and Tampa share the same timezone, UTC-5.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your MBJ to TPA flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as December? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Breeze Airways is your gateway to discovering Tampa (and perhaps some other exciting corners of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Montego Bay Airport to Tampa International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Breeze Airways.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Montego Bay Airport to Tampa International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between MBJ and TPA:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Miami International Airport
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Montego Bay Airport (MBJ) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Montego Bay Airport to Tampa International Airport flight is R 3,014. A round-trip fare is currently R 4,643. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from MBJ to TPA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Montego Bay Airport to Tampa International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Montego Bay Airport to Tampa International Airport.
Handy information about Montego Bay Airport (MBJ)
Of all flights leaving Montego Bay Airport, 65% land on time at their destination.
To get to Montego Bay Airport from central Montego Bay, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Montego Bay Airport to Tampa International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to MBJ:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Montego Bay 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 your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tampa and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Tampa International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
Tampa International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Tampa. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Montego Bay Airport to Tampa International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Tampa. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Montego Bay Airport to Tampa International Airport for August if you want to go to Tampa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MBJ to TPA in January. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Tampa, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel about 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its leading sights. From St. John's Cathedral to Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa, Miami is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami.
