Van Nuys to Tampa (VNY–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Van Nuys to Tampa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 2,159 mi 3h 59m nonstop +3h ahead 109 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between VNY and TPA, connecting options are available through 109 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for VNY to TPA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
109
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
501
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 Van Nuys

Nearby airports with service to Tampa International Airport.
Metric VNY→TPA BUR→TPA LAX→TPA
Distance from VNY – 8 mi 19 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 8
Weekly flights 1 – 44
Flight time 3h 59m 4h 29m 3h 47m
Burbank (BUR) to Tampa flights · Los Angeles (LAX) to Tampa flights · Santa Ana (SNA) to Tampa flights
Airports within 200 miles of VNY with service to Tampa International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Van Nuys, it's 9:00 PM in Tampa.
Distance & Flight Time
2,159 mi / 3,475 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 59m.
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

VNY–TPA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Van Nuys to Tampa route.
Route details
Distance2,159 mi / 3,475 km
Flight time3h 59m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections109 hubs
Origin: VNY
Full nameVan Nuys Airport
IATA / ICAOVNY / KVNY
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation802 ft / 244 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 VNY to TPA flights.
Nonstop flights from Van Nuys Airport to Tampa International Airport take approximately 3h 59m. The route covers 2,159 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from VNY to TPA. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MCI, FMY, PSP, TUL, APA, SCF, APF, MCO, FTW, FXE, HOU, JAX, PDK, MEM, NEW, ASE, AUS, HSV, MSY, AGS, SAV, AIK, MRK, EGE, NAS, BCT, ICT, ECP, ORL, LEX, OPF, SAN, PHX, RSW, BNA, TYS, FLL, IAH, STL, SLC, CHS, ROG, LUK, PBI, FWA, IND, VRB, HHH, SUA, DSI, BZN, OMA, SBN, PVR, ATL, CVG, PTK, PWK, MDW, MIA, MSN, AVL, CMH, RDU, MSP, MKE, PIT, GCM, GSO, DFW, IAD, SEA, CLE, ORD, PNE, TEB, YYZ, MMU, SWF, YVR, TTN, BLM, PDX, CTH, EWR, PHL, LIR, HPN, PLS, SFO, GRR, FCA, LGA, YYC, PVD, YUL, SJO, JFK, BDA, BOS, SJU, SXM, ANU, LIH, LAS, DAL, LTN, PSA and LIN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Tampa is 3 hours ahead of Van Nuys.
Yes, return flights from TPA to VNY are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include BUR, LAX and SNA. 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 VNY to TPA

Van Nuys Airport (VNY) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

VNY to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from VNY to TPA ranges from 3 hours 59 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,159 miles (3,475 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

109 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via MCI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Burbank (BUR), Los Angeles (LAX) and Santa Ana (SNA).