Flying from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Tampa International Airport to Philadelphia.
Philadelphia and Tampa (where Tampa International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The most popular route is from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Take your pick of 39 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from TPA to PHL is the 05:01 Frontier Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 22:59 with Frontier Airlines.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your TPA to Philadelphia flight.
Travelling over a peak time like March? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Begin your journey at TPA and travel straight to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Tampa International Airport to Philadelphia tickets.
Leading carriers that operate direct flights from Tampa International Airport to Philadelphia include:
Located around 8 kilometres from central Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near TPA? If you're catching an early flight from Tampa International Airport to Philadelphia, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
78% of flights that depart Tampa International Airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Philadelphia
The best price we've found for a one-way Tampa International Airport to Philadelphia flight is Rs10,263. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs18,271. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from TPA to Philadelphia. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Scoring cheap tickets from Tampa International Airport to Philadelphia is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest prices throughout the month and walk away with a sweet deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from TPA to Philadelphia by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The distance from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Book a hotel near PHL if you have a late flight from Tampa International Airport to Philadelphia. Select one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
For the best deal, book your ride from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from TPA to Philadelphia.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
After your flight from Tampa International Airport to Philadelphia has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to TTN. Settle in and get cosy after your TPA to Philadelphia flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
You can find Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
July is the most popular month for flights from Tampa International Airport to Philadelphia. To escape the crowds, visit Philadelphia in December.
When booking your Tampa International Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 32ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TPA to Philadelphia in January when temperatures average between -7ºC and 9ºC.
More about Philadelphia
Once you've booked your flight from Tampa International Airport to Philadelphia, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are top attractions which should be on any good Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the northeast, its best attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Boston is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without visiting Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
