Tacoma to Tampa (TIW–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Tacoma to Tampa
Route information for TIW to TPA.
+3h ahead

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
TIW → TPA
88%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
88%
Return
TPA → TIW
92%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
92%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. TPA delays →

Other ways to reach Tampa from Tacoma

Nearby airports with service to Tampa International Airport.
Metric TIW→TPA SEA→TPA BFI→TPA
Distance from TIW 18 mi 22 mi
Nonstop airlines 5 1
Weekly flights 26
Airports within 200 miles of TIW with service to Tampa International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Tampa is 3 hours ahead of Tacoma.
TIW: PDT · TPA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Tacoma, it's 9:00 PM in Tampa.
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.

TIW–TPA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Tacoma to Tampa route.
Route details
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Origin: TIW
IATA / ICAOTIW / KTIW
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation294 ft / 90 m
Destination: TPA
IATA / ICAOTPA / KTPA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr24.2M
Elevation26 ft / 8 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about TIW to TPA flights.
Tampa is 3 hours ahead of Tacoma.
Yes, return flights from TPA to TIW are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SEA and BFI. 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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

Nearby alternative airports include Seattle (SEA) and Seattle (BFI).