Flying from Paris to Tampa: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Paris to Tampa begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your journey. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are the main departure points in Paris.
Hop off the plane at Tampa's chief entry point, Tampa International Airport (TPA).
Tampa's timezone is UTC-4, making Tampa five hours behind Paris.
To ensure you catch your Paris to Tampa flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Tampa
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap Paris to Tampa flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Paris to Tampa flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Charles de Gaulle Airport. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
CDG is around 23 kilometres from central Paris. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Paris to Tampa or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Charles de Gaulle Airport, data shows 61.46% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your Paris to Tampa flight. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between Paris Orly Airport and Tampa:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in around 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Paris Orly Airport the day before your flight from Paris to Tampa:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75.56%.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
The journey time to BVA from central Paris is around 2 hours 20 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Paris to Tampa flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Beauvais-Tille Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rating of BVA is 66.39%. To put it plainly, that's how often flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 55 minutes.
Book a hotel near TPA if you're coming in on a late flight from Paris to Tampa. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Tampa International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tampa and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Tampa International Airport around one week before your travel date.
The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of Tampa. After your flight from Paris to Tampa, it takes approximately 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from Budget, Alamo and Avis.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from PIE in advance so you can simply collect the keys and drive away.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
July is the busiest month for flights from Paris to Tampa. To escape the crowds, go to Tampa in May.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Paris to Tampa ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap flights from Paris to Tampa around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tampa
Start your Tampa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Paris to Tampa, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Ybor City Tattoo Company and Tampa Riverwalk are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Tampa to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at The Florida Aquarium.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Tampa. Around 274 kilometres to the north, its top attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in United States, head for Miami, roughly 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are key highlights.