Travelling from Sacramento to Tampa International Airport (TPA): What you need to know
Tampa International Airport is located in Tampa. The city is in the UTC-5 timezone and is three hours ahead of Sacramento.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Sacramento to TPA. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Going away during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
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81% of flights departing from Sacramento International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of SMF.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)
SCK is around 72 kilometres from central Sacramento. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
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Stockton Metropolitan Airport has an on-time performance of 59%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find SCK at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Tampa International Airport (TPA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sacramento to Tampa International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near TPA:
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Sacramento to Tampa International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
Tampa International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Tampa. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
R 2,739 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Tampa International Airport. Return flights start at R 5,429. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Sacramento to TPA, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Sacramento to Tampa International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Tampa. March is when most people book flights from Sacramento to Tampa International Airport (TPA), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Sacramento to TPA plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tampa to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Sacramento to Tampa International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tampa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tampa right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Sacramento to Tampa International Airport:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Tampa when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to Busch Gardens Tampa followed by The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Tampa, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel around 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, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in the United States, consider Orlando, roughly 129 kilometres northeast of Tampa. Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Jurassic world are among the biggest draws.
