Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport is 4 hours 36 minutes. Tampa's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Tampa 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Each week, there are 34 flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
To break up your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the LAX - TPA route include:
Dallas Love Field
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport is P4,007. The cheapest price for a return flight is P8,834. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from LAX to TPA, book your journey 9 months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 32 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 54 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near LAX. Whether you're on an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
Tampa International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Tampa. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 13 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 57 minutes.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Tampa. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with the temperature ranging between 24 ºC and 33 ºC. Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 9 ºC and 23 ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LAX to TPA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tampa
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tampa right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from LAX to TPA:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are popular attractions which should be on any good Tampa itinerary.
Complete your Tampa trip with hotels and a car rental
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