Key West to Tampa (EYW–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
EYW–TPA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Breeze Airways, American Airlines and Tradewind Aviation lead the route. The flight covers 241 miles in approximately 1h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MX Breeze Airways | 11 | 223, BCS3 | 1h08-1h10 | – | – | – |
| AA American Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
| TJ Tradewind Aviation | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Tampa from Key West
| Metric | EYW→TPA | HAV→TPA | MIA→TPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EYW | – | 116 mi | 126 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 3 | 20 |
| Weekly flights | 11 | 7 | 169 |
| Flight time | 1h 10m | 1h 25m | 0h 34m |
Travel Essentials
EYW: EDT · TPA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Key West, it's 6:00 PM in Tampa.
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.
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.
EYW–TPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EYW to TPA
Key West International Airport (EYW) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected by nonstop service from Breeze Airways, American Airlines and Tradewind Aviation. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
EYW to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EYW to TPA is about 1 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 241 miles (388 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 23 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Miami, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and Charlotte Douglas. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Havana (HAV), Miami (MIA) and Miami (OPF).