Smyrna to Tampa (MQY–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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
BHM Birmingham ~3h 27m → WN Birmingham (BHM) to Tampa flights
BNA Nashville ~3h 34m → AAWN Nashville (BNA) to Tampa flights
MEM Memphis ~4h 16m VTM → MX Memphis (MEM) to Tampa flights
CLT Charlotte ~4h 21m LF → AABAIB Charlotte (CLT) to Tampa flights
FLL Fort Lauderdale ~4h 33m → B6MXNK Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Tampa flights
RSW Fort Myers ~4h 57m → MX Fort Myers (RSW) to Tampa flights
DCA Washington ~5h 21m → AAASWN Washington (DCA) to Tampa flights
IAD Dulles ~5h 40m LF → AVAZCM Dulles (IAD) to Tampa flights
BUF Buffalo ~5h 44m LF → WN Buffalo (BUF) to Tampa flights
ORD Chicago ~6h 19m LF → AAACAS Chicago (ORD) to Tampa flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Smyrna to Tampa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+1h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between MQY and TPA, 1-stop connecting options are available.

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All flights from Tampa (TPA) Tampa to Smyrna flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for MQY to TPA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
14
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~8h
Longest
BHM ~3h 27m BNA ~3h 34m MEM ~4h 16m CLT ~4h 21m FLL ~4h 33m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MQY → TPA
56%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
56%
Return
TPA → MQY
67%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
67%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. TPA delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Tampa from Smyrna

Nearby airports with service to Tampa International Airport.
Metric MQY→TPA BNA→TPA HSV→TPA
Distance from MQY – 12 mi 96 mi
Nonstop airlines – 12 1
Weekly flights – 52 4
Nashville (BNA) to Tampa flights · Huntsville (HSV) to Tampa flights · Chattanooga (CHA) to Tampa flights
Airports within 200 miles of MQY with service to Tampa International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Tampa is 1 hour ahead of Smyrna.
MQY: CDT · TPA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Smyrna, it's 7:00 PM in Tampa.
Getting from TPA

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.

Tampa Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

MQY–TPA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Smyrna to Tampa route.
Route details
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: MQY
Full nameSmyrna Airport
IATA / ICAOMQY / KMQY
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation543 ft / 166 m
Destination: TPA
Full nameTampa International Airport
IATA / ICAOTPA / KTPA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr24.2M
Elevation26 ft / 8 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MQY to TPA flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time.
Tampa is 1 hour ahead of Smyrna.
Yes, return flights from TPA to MQY are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include BNA, HSV and CHA. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available. Nearby alternative airports include Nashville (BNA), Huntsville (HSV) and Chattanooga (CHA).