Kansas City to Tampa (MKC–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between MKC and TPA, connecting options are available through 30 hubs.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Tampa from Kansas City
| Metric | MKC→TPA | MCI→TPA | OMA→TPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MKC | – | 14 mi | 166 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 0 | 35 | 1 |
Travel Essentials
MKC: EDT · TPA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Kansas City, 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.
MKC–TPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Connecting Options and Alternatives
30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BHM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Kansas City (MCI) and Omaha (OMA).