Seattle to Tampa (SEA–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
SEA–TPA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 2,517 miles in approximately 5h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS Alaska Airlines Also: AY, HA, JX | 21 | 739, 73J | 5h30 | Oneworld | AY, HA, JX | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 7 | A21N | 5h29 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Tampa from Seattle
| Metric | SEA→TPA | BFI→TPA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SEA | – | 5 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 39 | – |
| Flight time | 5h 30m | 4h 34m |
| Departure OTP | 84% | – |
Travel Essentials
SEA: PDT · TPA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Seattle, it's 9:00 PM in Tampa.
Link Light Rail runs from downtown Seattle (Westlake station) to the airport in 38 minutes ($3.50 peak). Trains run every 6–12 minutes during peak hours from 5am to 1am. Ride-shares run $30–50 from downtown; SR-99 and I-5 can be heavily congested southbound during afternoon rush (3–7pm).
Sound Transit 574 express bus serves Tacoma ($2.50–4). Sounder commuter rail connects Tacoma to the airport area via a shuttle.
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.
SEA–TPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SEA to TPA
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 39 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SEA to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SEA to TPA is about 5 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,517 miles (4,051 km). There are approximately 39 weekly flights outbound and 32 return, totaling 71 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via St. Louis Lambert, Salt Lake City and Kansas City. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Seattle (BFI).