Travelling from Tampa to Lihue Airport (LIH): What you need to know
The timezone in Lihue is UTC-10, which is five hours behind Tampa. Lihue Airport is located in Lihue.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Tampa to LIH. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're going away during a popular month like March, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. You can expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
TPA is around 11 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
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When it comes to Tampa International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
With public transport, you can travel from central Tampa to PIE in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport the day before your Tampa to LIH flight:
77% of all departures from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport arrive according to schedule.
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Lihue Airport (LIH)
Book a hotel near LIH if you're catching a late flight from Tampa to Lihue Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Tampa to Lihue Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
The street address for LIH is 3901 Mokulele Lap, Box 6.
Getting from Lihue Airport (LIH) to central Lihue
From Lihue Airport, central Lihue is around 3 kilometres away. It takes about 5 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Lihue Airport (LIH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Lihue Airport is Rs74,171. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs148,340. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Tampa to LIH. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Lihue Airport (LIH)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Tampa to Lihue Airport (LIH). July is the busiest month to visit Lihue. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in December.
Book a Tampa to LIH plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Lihue to range from 23ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Tampa to Lihue Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC and 24ºC.
More about Lihue
Start your Lihue trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Tampa to Lihue Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Lihue when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at Kauai Beach followed by Kalapaki Beach and Kapaia Swinging Bridge.
Explore more of the United States
Honolulu is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Lihue. Around 177 kilometres away to the southeast, its top attractions include Pacific Ocean, Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour.
