Fort Lauderdale to Tampa (FLL–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
FLL–TPA is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Spirit Airlines, Southwest Airlines and JetBlue lead the route. The flight covers 197 miles in approximately 0h 37m. Beyond nonstop, 176 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NK Spirit Airlines | 20 | 320, 32S | 1h01 | – | – | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 8 | 737, 7S7 | 1h05-1h10 | – | – | |
| B6 JetBlue | 7 | 223 | 1h01 | – | – | |
| SGX SGX | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Tampa from Fort Lauderdale
| Metric | FLL→TPA | OPF→TPA | MIA→TPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FLL | – | 14 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 6 | 13 |
| Weekly flights | 38 | 1 | 200 |
| Flight time | 0h 37m | 0h 40m | 0h 58m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
FLL: EDT · TPA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale, it's 6:00 PM in Tampa.
Broward County Transit Route 1 runs from downtown Fort Lauderdale to the airport (30–40 min, $2), but it is slow with many stops. The airport has no direct rail link; Brightline's FLL station is 1.5 miles away with a shuttle connection.Ride-shares cost $15–25 from Fort Lauderdale and $35–55 from Miami Beach. Taxis are metered. I-595 and I-95 access can be congested during Miami rush hour (7–9am and 4–7pm).
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.
FLL–TPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FLL to TPA
Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected by nonstop service from JetBlue, Spirit Airlines, SGX and Southwest Airlines. With 38 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
FLL to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FLL to TPA ranges from 0 hours 37 minutes to 1 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 197 miles (317 km). There are approximately 38 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 80 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
176 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via FMY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Miami (OPF), Miami (MIA) and West Palm Beach (PBI).