Albuquerque to Tampa (ABQ–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Albuquerque to Tampa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,495 mi 2h 57m nonstop +2h ahead 47 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ABQ and TPA, connecting options are available through 47 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ABQ to TPA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
47
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,273
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Tampa is 2 hours ahead of Albuquerque.
ABQ: MDT · TPA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Albuquerque, it's 8:00 PM in Tampa.
Distance & Flight Time
1,495 mi / 2,406 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 57m.
Getting from TPA

Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level curb; typically $20–30 to downtown Tampa and $45–60 to St. Petersburg. Taxis at the rank run $25–35 to Tampa center. The HART bus (Route 30X) connects to downtown for $2.25 but is infrequent; check schedules before relying on it.Rental car counters are in the arrivals hall with a shuttle to the consolidated rental facility. I-275 provides direct access north to downtown and south toward St. Pete. The airport's people mover system is free and connects all areas of the terminal complex.

Tampa Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Tampa is called the "lightning capital of North America." Afternoon thunderstorms are nearly daily from June through September, causing frequent ground stops and gate holds during summer afternoons. Summer afternoon flights routinely run late.

Hurricane season (June–November) poses storm surge and wind risk. Direct hits are rare, but evacuations periodically affect the region. Winter (December–February) is mild at 14–23°C with very low disruption risk. Spring (March–May) is the most comfortable season.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

ABQ–TPA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Albuquerque to Tampa route.
Route details
Distance1,495 mi / 2,406 km
Flight time2h 57m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections47 hubs
Origin: ABQ
Full nameAlbuquerque International Sunport
IATA / ICAOABQ / KABQ
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr5.4M
Elevation5,355 ft / 1,632 m
Destination: TPA
Full nameTampa International Airport
IATA / ICAOTPA / KTPA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr24.2M
Elevation26 ft / 8 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ABQ to TPA flights.
Nonstop flights from Albuquerque International Sunport to Tampa International Airport take approximately 2h 57m. The route covers 1,495 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from ABQ to TPA.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DSI, GCM, STL, CVG, CHS, BHM, ASE, APA, CLE, ICT, MCO, MCI, LBB, MIA, EGE, PSP, PHL, SNA, RIC, IND, YTR, BUR, YYC, PDX, MDW, IAD, SAN, ATL, PIT, SLC, JFK, LAS, DAL, DFW, AUS, DEN, IAH, HOU, PHX, ORD, SFO, LAX, SEA, BWI, BNA, MSP and CNI. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Tampa is 2 hours ahead of Albuquerque.
Yes, return flights from TPA to ABQ are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from ABQ to TPA

Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

ABQ to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ABQ to TPA ranges from 2 hours 57 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,495 miles (2,406 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

47 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via DSI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.