North Myrtle Beach to Tampa (CRE–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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North Myrtle Beach to Tampa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
462 mi 1h 53m nonstop 4 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between CRE and TPA, connecting options are available through 4 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CRE to TPA.
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One-Stop Connections
4
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~5h
Longest
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Other ways to reach Tampa from North Myrtle Beach

Nearby airports with service to Tampa International Airport.
Metric CRE→TPA MYR→TPA ILM→TPA
Distance from CRE 15 mi 57 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 2
Weekly flights 0 6 5
Flight time 1h 53m 1h 42m 1h 43m
Airports within 200 miles of CRE with service to Tampa International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Tampa is 0 hours the same as North Myrtle Beach.
CRE: EDT · TPA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in North Myrtle Beach, it's 6:00 PM in Tampa.
Distance & Flight Time
462 mi / 744 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 53m.
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.

CRE–TPA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the North Myrtle Beach to Tampa route.
Route details
Distance462 mi / 744 km
Flight time1h 53m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections4 hubs
Origin: CRE
IATA / ICAOCRE / KCRE
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Elevation32 ft / 10 m
Destination: TPA
IATA / ICAOTPA / KTPA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr24.2M
Elevation26 ft / 8 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CRE to TPA flights.
Nonstop flights from Grand Strand Airport to Tampa International Airport take approximately 1h 53m. The route covers 462 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CHS, GSO, IAD and CLE. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include MYR, ILM and CHS. 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 CRE to TPA

Grand Strand Airport (CRE) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

CRE to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CRE to TPA ranges from 1 hours 53 minutes. The route covers a distance of 462 miles (744 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CHS. Nearby alternative airports include Myrtle Beach (MYR), Wilmington (ILM) and Charleston (CHS).