Travelling from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Tampa: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tampa.
The timezone in Tampa is UTC-5. The city is one hour ahead of Kansas City, where Kansas City International Airport is located.
Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the most traveled route. When searching for your flight, you can select from nine services each week between MCI and TPA.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MCI to Tampa flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.
You can book a direct Kansas City International Airport to Tampa ticket. Start your journey at MCI and arrive at Tampa International Airport (TPA).
You'll have your pick of carriers that operate direct flights from Kansas City International Airport to Tampa. Book your journey with one of these:
Located around 26 kilometres from central Kansas City, MCI can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Looking for a hotel close to MCI? If you're boarding an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tampa, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
78% of flights that leave from Kansas City International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find MCI at 601 Brasilia Avenue.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Tampa
The best price we've found for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to Tampa flight is Rs16,916. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs39,030. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from MCI to Tampa, reserve your trip three months ahead of your planned departure.
August is the best month for nabbing a fantastic deal on Kansas City International Airport to Tampa tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MCI to Tampa by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tampa by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to the centre of Tampa takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near TPA if you're coming in on a late flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tampa. Check in to one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Reserving your vehicle from Tampa International Airport around one week before your flight from MCI to Tampa can help you secure the lowest rate.
The street address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Central Tampa is about 32 kilometres from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). After your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tampa has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to PIE. Here are a few options where you can check in after your MCI to Tampa flight:
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from PIE in advance so you can simply get the keys and go.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport can be found at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tampa. March is the most popular month to travel to Tampa. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
Before booking a Kansas City International Airport to Tampa plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MCI to Tampa in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Tampa
After booking your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tampa, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tampa:
The Florida Aquarium and Busch Gardens Tampa are just two of the major attractions to put on your Tampa to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at ZooTampa at Lowry Park.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Tampa. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
If there's time to check out another corner of the United States, head for Miami, roughly 338 kilometres southeast of Tampa. Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami are highlights.
