Long Beach to Tampa (LGB–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.
While no nonstop service exists between LGB and TPA, 1-stop connecting options are available.
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Other ways to reach Tampa from Long Beach
| Metric | LGB→TPA | LAX→TPA | SNA→TPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LGB | – | 17 mi | 19 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 9 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | – | 31 | – |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LGB: PDT · TPA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Long Beach, it's 9:00 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.
LGB–TPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via William P. Hobby, Harry Reid and Austin Bergstrom. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Los Angeles (LAX), Santa Ana (SNA) and Burbank (BUR).