Flights to Tampa: practical information
Cheap airlines to Tampa
Planning a holiday in Tampa? You can find cheap flights to Tampa year-round to Tampa International Airport (TPA). The city's second airport, Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is another choice, albeit much small and caters mostly to domestic and charter airlines. Most all of America's major airlines connect Tampa to London and the UK.
When to book flights to Tampa
The weather in Tampa is phenomenal. The Gulf Stream keeps the winters very mild. From spring to fall, it's pretty much beach weather every day, great for outdoor activities and sports.
- Peak season: Winter and summer.
- Low season: Hurricane season.
Flight duration
Flights to Tampa with one stopover take at least 13 hours from London.
Experience Tampa: what to see, what to do
Tampa is known for its world-class attractions like Busch Gardens and aquariums not to mention that the country's best beaches on the east coast are just a short ride away with a Tampa rental car. Are you ready for your Florida adventure?
Essentials in Tampa
Busch Gardens: By far the most popular attraction in Tampa, it's an amusement park and zoo. There are roller coasters, dolphin shows, magic shows, ice skating, parks and endless attractions and themed displays.
Florida Aquarium: This is a great place if you're travelling with your kids in tow. The permanent exhibition follows the life of a drop of rain in a swamp all the way to the Atlantic Ocean. Fascinating.
Ybor: Ybor is a multicultural district north of downtown with excellent tourist sights by day and great nightclubs and restaurants by night. Visit the Ybor Cigar Museum, take the Ybor ArtWalk or visit the Saturday marketplace for souvenirs.
Find more information on Visit Tampa Bay.
Accommodations in Tampa
There is a wide range of choices when it comes to hotels in Tampa, even for budget travellers. As with many large American cities, you'll find that chain and franchise hotels are king, Tampa is no exception. Motel 6, Marriott, Embassy Suites, DoubleTree and Best Western have several locations across the city.

