Houston to Tampa (DWH–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Houston to Tampa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 799 mi 1h 48m nonstop +1h ahead 15 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DWH and TPA, connecting options are available through 15 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DWH to TPA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
15
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~9h
Longest
PBI ~3h 46m BNA ~4h 33m ATL ~4h 49m GCM ~5h 8m MIA ~5h 8m
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
DWH → TPA
67%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
67%
Return
TPA → DWH
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
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 Houston

Nearby airports with service to Tampa International Airport.
Metric DWH→TPA IAH→TPA HOU→TPA
Distance from DWH – 14 mi 33 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3 5
Weekly flights 1 59 43
Flight time 1h 48m 2h 14m 1h 46m
Houston (IAH) to Tampa flights · Houston (HOU) to Tampa flights · College Station (CLL) to Tampa flights
Airports within 200 miles of DWH with service to Tampa International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Tampa is 1 hour ahead of Houston.
DWH: CDT · TPA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Tampa.
Distance & Flight Time
799 mi / 1,286 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 48m.
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

DWH–TPA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Tampa route.
Route details
Distance799 mi / 1,286 km
Flight time1h 48m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections15 hubs
Origin: DWH
Full nameDavid Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport
IATA / ICAODWH / KDWH
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Elevation152 ft / 46 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 DWH to TPA flights.
Nonstop flights from David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport to Tampa International Airport take approximately 1h 48m. The route covers 799 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from DWH to TPA.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PBI, BNA, ATL, GCM, MIA, DAL, DFW, CMH, IAD, BWI, BOS, SLC, LAS, SNA and SAN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Tampa is 1 hour ahead of Houston.
Nearby alternatives include IAH, HOU and CLL. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 DWH to TPA

David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport (DWH) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DWH to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DWH to TPA ranges from 1 hours 48 minutes. The route covers a distance of 799 miles (1,286 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via PBI. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (IAH), Houston (HOU) and College Station (CLL).