Travelling from Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) to Tampa: what you need to know
Los Cabos International Airport is located in San Jose Cabo. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Tampa is three hours ahead of San Jose Cabo.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SJD to Tampa flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from SJD to Tampa with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
SJD is around 11 kilometres from central San Jose Cabo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near SJD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Cabos International Airport to Tampa or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Of the departures from Los Cabos International Airport, 73.83% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) to Tampa
R 4,802 is currently the best price for a one-way Los Cabos International Airport to Tampa flight. Return flight tickets start at R 8,881. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from SJD to Tampa if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Los Cabos International Airport to Tampa ticket.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from SJD to Tampa.
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Airports 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 13 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Cabos International Airport to Tampa. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
Pick up a Tampa International Airport rental car and explore Tampa and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Budget and Thrifty are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Tampa International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from SJD to Tampa.
The street address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Once your flight from Los Cabos International Airport to Tampa has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Tampa is roughly 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
The journey will take about 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near PIE. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your SJD to Tampa flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Budget, Alamo and Avis.
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by securing your ride from PIE ahead of time. You can also avoid paying more than you need to, especially when the airport is busy.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
Plan your trip to Tampa during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Los Cabos International Airport to Tampa during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Los Cabos International Airport to Tampa flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SJD to Tampa in January when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Tampa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tampa right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Los Cabos International Airport to Tampa:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Tampa Riverwalk, Ybor City Tattoo Company and The Florida Aquarium are major attractions which should be on any good Tampa itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Tampa, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to tick off its leading sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, your itinerary will be busy.
Miami is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. No trip is complete without dropping by Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.
