Flying from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Memphis International Airport to Tampa International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Tampa is one hour ahead of Memphis and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your MEM to TPA flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Southwest Airlines is your gateway to exploring Tampa (and maybe even some other exciting corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Memphis International Airport to Tampa International Airport offered by this carrier.
Southwest Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering MEM to TPA flights. A dependable 80.0% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Memphis International Airport to Tampa International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between MEM and TPA:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Dallas Love Field Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Memphis International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight is ر.ق. 170. A return ticket is currently ر.ق. 345. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from MEM to TPA by booking at least nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Memphis International Airport to Tampa International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MEM to TPA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Memphis International Airport to Tampa International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Memphis International Airport (MEM)
The address for MEM is 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
Of all flights leaving Memphis International Airport, 79.88% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Memphis International Airport from central Memphis, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near MEM? If you're catching an early flight from Memphis International Airport to Tampa International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Book a hotel near TPA if you're on a late Memphis International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Tampa International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and venture far and wide through Tampa and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Tampa International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
From Tampa International Airport, Tampa is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The quietest month for a flight from Memphis International Airport to Tampa International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Tampa based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Memphis International Airport to Tampa International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Tampa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MEM to TPA sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Tampa. Around 274 kilometres away 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 stop in United States, head for Miami, about 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are among its highlights.
