Fort Worth to Tampa (FTW–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between FTW and TPA, connecting options are available through 36 hubs.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Tampa from Fort Worth
| Metric | FTW→TPA | DFW→TPA | DAL→TPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FTW | – | 19 mi | 30 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 10 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | 239 | 33 |
| Flight time | 1h 59m | 2h 7m | 1h 51m |
Travel Essentials
FTW: CDT · TPA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Worth, it's 7:00 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.
FTW–TPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
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 1 hours 59 minutes. The route covers a distance of 944 miles (1,519 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
36 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via RSW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW), Dallas (DAL) and Fort Cavazos (GRK).