Travelling from Tampa to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Tampa's main airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Explore your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Philadelphia taking off from either of these.
When it comes to landing in Philadelphia, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is a major hub. Another is Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
Book a direct Tampa to Philadelphia flight and you'll be flying for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Tampa and Philadelphia share the UTC-4 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Pick from 39 services a week between Tampa International Airport (TPA) and {"defaultCase":"Philadelphia International Airport","accusativeCase":"Philadelphia International Airport","nominativeCase":"Philadelphia International Airport","dativeCase":"Philadelphia International Airport"} (PHL). TPA to PHL is the most popular route when booking flights from Tampa to Philadelphia.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Tampa to Philadelphia flight.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of international departures is a smart idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Philadelphia
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Flying from Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Begin your journey at Tampa International Airport (TPA), which offers a range of direct flights from Tampa to Philadelphia. From TPA, you can fly without any stops to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
You can choose from a range of carriers offering direct Tampa to Philadelphia plane tickets with departures from TPA, including:
TPA is around 8 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Tampa to Philadelphia? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Tampa International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tampa International Airport, 78.59% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The distance from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is roughly 11 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to PHL if you're coming in on a late flight from Tampa to Philadelphia. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and explore beyond Philadelphia's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks in advance of your Tampa to Philadelphia flight.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is about 48 kilometres from central Philadelphia. After your flight from Tampa to Philadelphia, it takes approximately 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, National or Enterprise and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from TTN four weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
You'll find Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
August is the most popular month for flights from Tampa to Philadelphia. To escape the crowds, go to Philadelphia in February.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Tampa to Philadelphia ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap flights from Tampa to Philadelphia in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Philadelphia
Once you've booked your flight from Tampa to Philadelphia, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
Liberty Bell and Independence Hall are a couple of big attractions to add to your Philadelphia to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres to the north-east, popular attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If there's time to check out another corner of United States, head for Boston, roughly 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are key highlights.