Miami to Tampa (MIA–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MIA–TPA is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, GOL and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 204 miles in approximately 0h 41m. Beyond nonstop, 114 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 114 | 319, 738, 7M8, E75 | 1h05-1h23 | Oneworld | – | |
| G3 GOL | 38 | 319, 738, 7M8, E75 | 1h11-1h23 | – | – | |
| BA British Airways | 7 | 319 | 1h15 | Oneworld | – | |
| GF Gulf Air | 7 | 319 | 1h12 | – | – | |
| QR Qatar Airways | 6 | E75 | 1h10 | Oneworld | – | |
| AY Finnair | 3 | 319 | 1h15 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Tampa from Miami
| Metric | MIA→TPA | OPF→TPA | FLL→TPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MIA | – | 8 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 3 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 176 | 3 | 55 |
| Flight time | 0h 41m | 0h 35m | 1h |
| Departure OTP | 59% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MIA: EDT · TPA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Miami, it's 6:00 PM in Tampa.
Metrorail Orange Line runs from downtown Miami to the MIA station (15 min from Government Center, $2.25). The MIA Mover people mover connects Metrorail to the terminal; free. Tri-Rail commuter rail serves the airport from Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach ($3.75–6.90).Ride-shares cost $15–25 from Miami Beach, $10–20 from downtown.
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.
MIA–TPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MIA to TPA
Miami International Airport (MIA) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Finnair, British Airways, GOL, Gulf Air and Qatar Airways. With 176 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MIA to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MIA to TPA ranges from 0 hours 41 minutes to 1 hours 23 minutes. The route covers a distance of 204 miles (329 km). There are approximately 176 weekly flights outbound and 210 return, totaling 386 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
114 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via PIE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Miami (OPF), Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and West Palm Beach (PBI).