Flying from Tampa to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX): What you need to know
Tampa and Jacksonville (where Jacksonville International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
To ensure you catch your flight from Tampa to JAX, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like March or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Tampa International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Tampa to Jacksonville International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
78% of flights taking off from Tampa International Airport reach their destination on time.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
PIE is around 32 kilometres from central Tampa. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport the day before your Tampa to JAX flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77%.
PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
Book a hotel close to JAX if you're catching a late flight from Tampa to Jacksonville International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Tampa to Jacksonville International Airport flight.
You'll find JAX at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
Getting from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to central Jacksonville
From Jacksonville International Airport, central Jacksonville is around 29 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
R 829 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Jacksonville International Airport. Return flights start at R 1,627. These fares can change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from Tampa to JAX, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Tampa to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX). May is the busiest month to travel to Jacksonville. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in December.
Book a Tampa to JAX plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Jacksonville to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Tampa to Jacksonville International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Jacksonville
Once you've booked your flight from Tampa to Jacksonville International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Jacksonville:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Jacksonville when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at St. John's Cathedral followed by Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres south of Jacksonville, a trip to Tampa will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.
Around 225 kilometres south of Jacksonville, Orlando is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Jurassic world.
