Rocky Mount to Tampa (RWI–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Rocky Mount to Tampa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 609 mi 1h 22m nonstop 3 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RWI and TPA, connecting options are available through 3 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RWI to TPA.
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One-Stop Connections
3
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~7h
Longest
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Other ways to reach Tampa from Rocky Mount

Nearby airports with service to Tampa International Airport.
Metric RWI→TPA RDU→TPA ILM→TPA
Distance from RWI 50 mi 109 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 6 2
Weekly flights 1 39 5
Flight time 1h 22m 1h 45m 1h 43m
Airports within 200 miles of RWI with service to Tampa International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Tampa is 0 hours the same as Rocky Mount.
RWI: EDT · TPA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Rocky Mount, it's 6:00 PM in Tampa.
Distance & Flight Time
609 mi / 979 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 22m.
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.

RWI–TPA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rocky Mount to Tampa route.
Route details
Distance609 mi / 979 km
Flight time1h 22m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections3 hubs
Origin: RWI
IATA / ICAORWI / KRWI
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Elevation159 ft / 48 m
Destination: TPA
IATA / ICAOTPA / KTPA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr24.2M
Elevation26 ft / 8 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RWI to TPA flights.
Nonstop flights from Rocky Mount Wilson Regional Airport to Tampa International Airport take approximately 1h 22m. The route covers 609 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from RWI to TPA.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ATL, MKE and AUS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include RDU, ILM and GSO. 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 RWI to TPA

Rocky Mount Wilson Regional Airport (RWI) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RWI to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RWI to TPA ranges from 1 hours 22 minutes. The route covers a distance of 609 miles (979 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

3 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via ATL. Nearby alternative airports include Raleigh/Durham (RDU), Wilmington (ILM) and Greensboro (GSO).