Flying from Tampa to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Embark on your next adventure from 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 setting off from either of these bases.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) are the major entry points to Philadelphia.
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Tampa to Philadelphia flight.
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Tampa.
The busiest route for flights from Tampa to Philadelphia is from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Choose from 39 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from TPA to PHL is the 05:01 Frontier Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final scheduled service is at 22:59 with Frontier Airlines.
To ensure you board your Tampa to Philadelphia flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Philadelphia
ر.ق. 129 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Philadelphia. Return flights start from ر.ق. 277. These fares may change based on availability.
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Flying from Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Take off from Tampa International Airport (TPA) and fly right through to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). If you're looking for a direct flight from Tampa to Philadelphia out of TPA, those are your final stops.
Leading carriers that offer direct Tampa to Philadelphia plane tickets departing from TPA include:
TPA is about 8 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving 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 travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Tampa to Philadelphia? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Tampa International Airport:
78.59% of flights taking off from Tampa International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tampa to Philadelphia. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and explore beyond Philadelphia's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks ahead of your Tampa to Philadelphia flight.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is around 48 kilometres from central Philadelphia. Once you've disembarked your flight from Tampa to Philadelphia, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from Budget, National and Enterprise.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is 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 and 32ºC. 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 and 9ºC on average.
More about Philadelphia
After booking your flight from Tampa to Philadelphia, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are attractions you won't want to skip in Philadelphia.
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.
