Phoenix to Tampa (PHX–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PHX–TPA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,785 miles in approximately 3h 32m. Beyond nonstop, 120 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS | 36 | 321, 738, 7M8 | 3h57-4h08 | Oneworld | AS | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 8 | 7M8, B38M | 3h32-3h50 | – | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 2 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PHX: MST · TPA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Phoenix, it's 9:00 PM in Tampa.
Valley Metro Rail runs to the PHX Sky Train station at 44th Street/Washington (free Sky Train connects to T3 and T4 in 5 minutes). Fare from downtown Phoenix is $2 (20–25 min). The light rail network reaches Tempe, Mesa, and Glendale. The Sky Train runs 24 hours, but light rail does not; check schedules for early morning or late night travel.Taxis from downtown Phoenix cost $20–30; from Scottsdale $30–45. Ride-shares are widely available and comparable to taxis. Terminal 2 is closed; all commercial flights operate from T3 and T4. On-site parking is expensive ($36+/day); off-airport lots are cheaper with shuttles.
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.
PHX–TPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHX to TPA
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 44 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PHX to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHX to TPA ranges from 3 hours 32 minutes to 4 hours 8 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,785 miles (2,872 km). There are approximately 44 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 86 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
120 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via TME. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.