Querétaro to Tampa (QRO–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.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
QRO–TPA had nonstop service from Avelo Airlines, last on the schedule in May 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 1,221 miles in 3h 1m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XP Avelo Airlines | 2 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Tampa from Querétaro
| Metric | QRO→TPA | MEX→TPA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from QRO | – | 109 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | 7 |
| Flight time | 3h 1m | 3h 25m |
Travel Essentials
QRO: CST · TPA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Querétaro, it's 8:00 PM in Tampa.
Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.
For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.
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.
QRO–TPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from QRO to TPA
Querétaro Intercontinental Airport (QRO) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) had nonstop service from Avelo Airlines, last on the schedule in May 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
QRO to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from QRO to TPA is about 3 hours 1 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,221 miles (1,964 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta, Mexico City Benito Juárez and George Bush Intercontinental. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Mexico City (MEX).