Fort Myers to Tampa (RSW–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Fort Myers to Tampa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
110 mi 0h 35m nonstop 132 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RSW and TPA, connecting options are available through 132 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RSW to TPA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
132
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,580
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Tampa from Fort Myers

Nearby airports with service to Tampa International Airport.
Metric RSW→TPA PGD→TPA OPF→TPA
Distance from RSW – 30 mi 101 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 6
Weekly flights 0 – 1
Flight time 0h 35m 0h 35m 0h 40m
Departure OTP 100% – –
Punta Gorda (PGD) to Tampa flights · Miami (OPF) to Tampa flights · West Palm Beach (PBI) to Tampa flights
Airports within 200 miles of RSW with service to Tampa International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Tampa is 0 hours the same as Fort Myers.
RSW: EDT · TPA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Myers, it's 6:00 PM in Tampa.
Distance & Flight Time
110 mi / 178 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 35m.
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

RSW–TPA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Fort Myers to Tampa route.
Route details
Distance110 mi / 178 km
Flight time0h 35m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections132 hubs
Origin: RSW
Full nameSouthwest Florida International Airport
IATA / ICAORSW / KRSW
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr10.9M
Elevation30 ft / 9 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 RSW to TPA flights.
Nonstop flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to Tampa International Airport take approximately 0h 35m. The route covers 110 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PGD, ORL, BCT, FXE, TIX, OPF, SUA, PBI, ELH, MCO, EYW, BTR, SAV, BHM, AIK, NAS, AGS, MLB, PDK, HHH, HAV, GCM, HSV, GPT, MYR, TYS, INT, CUN, LEX, MSY, ILM, MEM, PHF, OSU, PLS, PTK, ROG, YNG, HOU, BKL, CGF, YIP, MMU, SUS, CTH, PUJ, TEB, PWK, DAL, YKF, ACY, SBN, AUS, TTN, LSE, YXU, AVP, GRR, DSM, PSM, ANU, ROC, MSN, OMA, SYR, RIC, BTV, PVR, YOW, PWM, YHZ, YUL, LAN, SCF, ASE, VNY, ILG, PHX, BUR, SNA, MHT, IAD, LAX, SLC, SEA, RDU, ISP, SFO, CLT, IAH, ATL, STL, CMH, PIT, DFW, FAO, FLL, ORD, LAS, MDW, ALB, BWI, CVG, MCI, BOS, BNA, MIA, AMS, HPN, CHS, CAK, YYZ, DTW, EWR, GSP, FRA, ZRH, CLE, JFK, PHL, DEN, SDF, DCA, BDL, LGA, PVD, BUF, MSP, MKE, ORF, IND and HVN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from TPA to RSW are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include PGD, OPF and PBI. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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.

Flights from RSW to TPA

Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RSW to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RSW to TPA ranges from 0 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 110 miles (178 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

132 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via PGD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Punta Gorda (PGD), Miami (OPF) and West Palm Beach (PBI).