Tampa to Dalian (Changhai) (TPA–CNI) — 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.
TPA–CNI has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dalian (Changhai) from Tampa
| Metric | TPA→CNI | PIE→CNI |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from TPA | – | 10 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 13h 8m | 13h 10m |
| Departure OTP | 67% | – |
Travel Essentials
TPA: EDT · CNI: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Tampa, it's 6:00 AM (next day) in Dalian (Changhai).
US passport holders can enter China visa-free for stays up to 30 days under a temporary policy running through December 31, 2026. This covers tourism, business visits, and transit. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
For stays beyond 30 days, a standard visa from a Chinese embassy or consulate is required before departure. Separate 144-hour and 72-hour visa-free transit programs exist at select airports for travelers continuing to a third country.
No rail link exists to TPA. Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) from downtown Tampa cost $20–30 and take 15–25 minutes. The HART bus network serves the airport but is infrequent and poorly suited to flight timing.Taxis from downtown run $25–35. From St. Petersburg, expect $45–60 via the Howard Frankland Bridge. Parking at TPA is well-organized: economy lots from $8/day, garages from $12/day, with a free automated people mover connecting the main terminal to parking garages.
TPA–CNI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TPA to CNI
Tampa International Airport (TPA) and Changhai Dachangshandao Airport (CNI) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
TPA to CNI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TPA to CNI is about 13 hours 8 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 7,516 miles (12,095 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available. Nearby alternative airports include Pinellas Park (PIE).