Mobile to Tampa (BFM–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Mobile to Tampa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 380 mi 1h 2m nonstop 7 1-stop hubs

BFM–TPA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 380 miles in approximately 1h 2m. Beyond nonstop, 7 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop BFM–TPA service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 0 – – – Star Alliance –
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for BFM to TPA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
7
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~8h
Longest
PIE ~3h 36m CHS ~4h 21m HOU ~5h 41m MDW ~6h 40m IAD ~6h 48m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
BFM → TPA
91%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
91%
Return
TPA → BFM
87%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
87%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. TPA delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Tampa from Mobile

Nearby airports with service to Tampa International Airport.
Metric BFM→TPA PNS→TPA GPT→TPA
Distance from BFM – 54 mi 62 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2 2
Weekly flights 0 6 2
Flight time 1h 2m 1h 26m 1h 29m
Pensacola (PNS) to Tampa flights · Gulfport (GPT) to Tampa flights · Destin (DSI) to Tampa flights
Airports within 200 miles of BFM with service to Tampa International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Tampa is 0 hours the same as Mobile.
BFM: EDT · TPA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Mobile, it's 6:00 PM in Tampa.
Distance & Flight Time
380 mi / 612 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 2m.
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

BFM–TPA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Mobile to Tampa route.
Route details
Distance380 mi / 612 km
Flight time1h 2m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections7 hubs
Origin: BFM
Full nameMobile Downtown Airport
IATA / ICAOBFM / KBFM
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation26 ft / 8 m
Destination: TPA
Full nameTampa International Airport
IATA / ICAOTPA / KTPA
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr24.2M
Elevation26 ft / 8 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about BFM to TPA flights.
Nonstop flights from Mobile Downtown Airport to Tampa International Airport take approximately 1h 2m. The route covers 380 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PIE, CHS, HOU, MDW, IAD, MSP and GRR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include PNS, GPT and DSI. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 BFM to TPA

Mobile Downtown Airport (BFM) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines.

BFM to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from BFM to TPA ranges from 1 hours 2 minutes. The route covers a distance of 380 miles (612 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

7 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via PIE. Nearby alternative airports include Pensacola (PNS), Gulfport (GPT) and Destin (DSI).