Louisville to Tampa (LOU–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between LOU and TPA, connecting options are available through 4 hubs.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Tampa from Louisville
| Metric | LOU→TPA | SDF→TPA | LEX→TPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LOU | – | 6 mi | 59 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | 8 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 47m | 2h | 1h 30m |
Travel Essentials
LOU: EDT · TPA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Louisville, it's 6:00 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.
LOU–TPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LOU to TPA
Bowman Field (LOU) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
LOU to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LOU to TPA ranges from 2 hours 47 minutes. The route covers a distance of 731 miles (1,177 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via CHS. Nearby alternative airports include Louisville (SDF), Lexington (LEX) and Cincinnati / Covington (CVG).