Flying from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Miami International Airport to Tampa International Airport.
Tampa's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Miami.
You can choose from 56 weekly Miami International Airport to Tampa International Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with American Airlines is the earliest you can take. American Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:04.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MIA to TPA flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
American Airlines offers direct flights from Miami International Airport to Tampa International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Tampa — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With 76.48% of services arriving as scheduled, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering MIA to TPA flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Miami International Airport to Tampa International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MIA and TPA include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Nassau International Airport
Key West International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
R 860 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Miami International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 1,724. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from MIA to TPA, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Miami International Airport to Tampa International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
You'll find MIA at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Miami International Airport, 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Miami to Miami International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to MIA? If you've booked an early flight from Miami International Airport to Tampa International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
If you're arriving on a late Miami International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near TPA:
Travel at your own speed with a Tampa International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and venture far and wide through Tampa and beyond.
Booking your ride from Tampa International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
From Tampa International Airport, Tampa is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Miami International Airport to Tampa International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Tampa. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Miami International Airport to Tampa International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MIA to TPA in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Tampa. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa, Miami is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami.
