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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Mexico City to Tampa? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tampa.R 2,728 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Apr.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Thu, 9 Apr, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,728, select.
Tampa.R 2,962 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May.One-way flight with Aeromexico.Outbound direct flight with Aeromexico departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,962, select.
Tampa.R 3,068 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Mar.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,068, select.
Tampa.R 3,460 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,460, select.
Tampa.R 3,526 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,526, select.
Tampa.R 3,851 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun.One-way flight with Aeromexico.Outbound direct flight with Aeromexico departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,851, select.
Tampa.R 3,934 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Aeromexico.Outbound direct flight with Aeromexico departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,934, select.
Tampa.R 4,132 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,132, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Tampa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Mexico City to Tampa flights are currently cheapest in April.
Feb
from R 4,325
Mar
from R 3,068
Apr
from R 2,728
May
from R 2,962
Jun
from R 3,851
Jul
from R 3,934
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Nov
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Direct flights from Mexico City to Tampa

Alternative Mexico City to Tampa routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Mexico City to Tampa? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Tampa Peter O'Knight

4km from central Tampa
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Tampa International

8km from central Tampa
Cheapest
from R 2,728
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St. Pete–Clearwater International

22km from central Tampa
from R 3,420
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Lakeland

44km from central Tampa
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Sarasota

62km from central Tampa
from R 6,543
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Mexico City to Tampa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,728
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time3 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week22

Finding cheap flights from Mexico City to Tampa: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Tampa: Tampa Peter O'Knight, Tampa International, St. Pete–Clearwater International, Lakeland, and Sarasota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Mexico City to Tampa is R 3,978. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Mexico City to Tampa.
Delta and Aeromexico fly direct from Mexico City to Tampa.
As of February 2026, there are 22 flights per week flying from Mexico City to Tampa.
The cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Tampa is usually May.
If you're flying from Mexico City, the cheapest airport near Tampa is Tampa International – which is 8.0 km away from the centre of Tampa. We've found flights into this airport from R 3,978.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Mexico City to Tampa on Tuesday, 19 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 8 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tampa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tampa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in Tampa, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in November. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 11°C. The rainiest month is August.
The cheapest airline that flies to Tampa is Delta .

Flying from Mexico City to Tampa: what you need to know

  • Mexico City is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Mexico City to Tampa leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU).

  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) is where you'll be landing in Tampa.

  • Take a direct Mexico City to Tampa flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.

  • Tampa's timezone is UTC-4, making Tampa two hours ahead of Mexico City.

  • Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are seven flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Mexico City to Tampa is with Aeromexico at 10:55. Go for the first MEX to TPA departure operated by Aeromexico at 09:50 to make the most of your arrival in Tampa.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Mexico City to Tampa flight.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Tampa

  • Get cheap Mexico City to Tampa flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time for finding the biggest deals.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Mexico City to Tampa. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

  • Getting a cheap flight from Mexico City to Tampa is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Mexico City to Tampa flights.

Flying from Mexico City

Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)

  • You can get a direct flight from Mexico City to Tampa jetting off from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Begin your journey at MEX and arrive at Tampa International Airport (TPA).

  • Be on the lookout for deals with Aeromexico. This carrier offers direct Mexico City to Tampa plane tickets out of MEX.

  • We make it a cinch to book a Mexico City to Tampa flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

    • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to Benito Juarez International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Mexico City to Tampa, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

  • 80.91% of flights departing from Benito Juarez International Airport land at their destination as planned. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of MEX.

Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)

  • Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your Mexico City to Tampa flight. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Felipe Ángeles International Airport and Tampa:

    • Cancun International Airport (CUN)

    • Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)

    • Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)

  • You can reach NLU from central Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.

  • You're going on holiday, so why not spend another night away at a hotel near Felipe Ángeles International Airport? Before your flight from Mexico City to Tampa, think about staying at Verticca Hotel.

  • Felipe Ángeles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 68%. This figure sheds light on how often flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

Arriving in Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to Tampa. Book one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:

  • Hit the road running 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 lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tampa International Airport about one week ahead of your Mexico City to Tampa flight.

  • You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.

St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • Central Tampa is located around 24 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Once your flight from Mexico City to Tampa has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 25 minutes.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 10 minutes or so.

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, Alamo and Avis.

  • Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from PIE a few weeks in advance so you can just collect the keys and drive away.

  • The address for St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.

Best time to go to Tampa

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Mexico City to Tampa. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Tampa in May.

  • When booking your Mexico City to Tampa tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap flights from Mexico City to Tampa in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.

More about Tampa

  • After booking your flight from Mexico City to Tampa, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tampa:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Tampa itinerary.

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 to the north, popular attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.

  • Miami is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. No journey is complete without experiencing Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.

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