Fort Worth to Tampa (FTW–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Fort Worth to Tampa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 944 mi 0h 59m nonstop +2h ahead 20 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between FTW and TPA, connecting options are available through 20 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FTW to TPA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
20
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
DAL ~4h 10m AUS ~4h 20m CVG ~4h 33m SAT ~4h 35m MDW ~4h 42m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
46
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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
FTW → TPA
62%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
62%
Return
TPA → FTW
40%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
40%
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 Fort Worth

Nearby airports with service to Tampa International Airport.
Metric FTW→TPA DFW→TPA DAL→TPA
Distance from FTW – 19 mi 30 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 8 2
Weekly flights 1 221 51
Flight time 0h 59m 1h 18m 1h 40m
Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Tampa flights · Dallas (DAL) to Tampa flights
Airports within 200 miles of FTW with service to Tampa International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Tampa is 2 hours ahead of Fort Worth.
FTW: MDT · TPA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Worth, it's 8:00 PM in Tampa.
Distance & Flight Time
944 mi / 1,519 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 59m.
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

FTW–TPA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Fort Worth to Tampa route.
Route details
Distance944 mi / 1,519 km
Flight time0h 59m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections20 hubs
Origin: FTW
Full nameFort Worth Meacham International Airport
IATA / ICAOFTW / KFTW
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Elevation710 ft / 216 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 FTW to TPA flights.
Nonstop flights from Fort Worth Meacham International Airport to Tampa International Airport take approximately 0h 59m. The route covers 944 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from FTW to TPA.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DAL, AUS, CVG, SAT, MDW, OMA, PBI, ORD, IAD, PHX, LAS, SCF, EWR, SNA, SLC, MSP, SEA, BNA, HOU and IAH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Tampa is 2 hours ahead of Fort Worth.
Nearby alternatives include DFW and DAL. 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 FTW to TPA

Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (FTW) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

FTW to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FTW to TPA ranges from 0 hours 59 minutes. The route covers a distance of 944 miles (1,519 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

20 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via DAL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) and Dallas (DAL).