Minneapolis to Tampa (FCM–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
FCM → TPA
92%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
92%
Return
TPA → FCM
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 →

Other ways to reach Tampa from Minneapolis

Nearby airports with service to Tampa International Airport.
Metric FCM→TPA MSP→TPA RST→TPA
Distance from FCM 12 mi 79 mi
Nonstop airlines 7 1
Weekly flights 61
Airports within 200 miles of FCM with service to Tampa International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 7:00 PM in Tampa.
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.

FCM–TPA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Minneapolis to Tampa route.
Route details
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Origin: FCM
IATA / ICAOFCM / KFCM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation906 ft / 276 m
Destination: TPA
IATA / ICAOTPA / KTPA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr24.2M
Elevation26 ft / 8 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FCM to TPA flights.
Tampa is 1 hour ahead of Minneapolis.
Yes, return flights from TPA to FCM are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MSP, RST and EAU. 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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

Nearby alternative airports include Minneapolis (MSP), Rochester (RST) and Eau Claire (EAU).