Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Tampa is one hour ahead of Houston and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Take your pick of 43 weekly George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Spirit Airlines is the earliest flight available. Spirit Airlines operates the last service of the day at 19:55.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your IAH to TPA flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Tampa (and then discovering more of United States!) is a breeze with Spirit Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Spirit Airlines.
Spirit Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates IAH to TPA flights. A reliable 86.79% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between IAH and TPA:
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Rs8,093 is the lowest price for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs19,261. These fares can change depending on demand.
Book seven months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IAH to TPA.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from IAH to TPA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport.
Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Of the departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% arrive on time at their destination.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to IAH:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Tampa International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty to explore Tampa and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tampa International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
Tampa International Airport to the centre of Tampa has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The quietest month for a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Tampa based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Tampa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap tickets from IAH to TPA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Tampa has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres north of Tampa, a trip to Jacksonville will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Miami is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. No trip is complete without experiencing Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.
