Flying from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Tampa: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 28 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Charleston International Airport to Tampa.
Tampa's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Charleston (the location of Charleston International Airport).
The most popular route is from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Tampa International Airport (TPA). There are 4 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CHS to TPA is the 11:01 Breeze Airways option. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 21:32 with Breeze Airways.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from CHS to Tampa. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during vacation periods like summer and spring break.
You can catch a direct flight from Charleston International Airport to Tampa that lands at Tampa International Airport (TPA).
Breeze Airways is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Charleston International Airport to Tampa.
When flying within United States, you don't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to show some form of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked flight tickets from Charleston International Airport to Tampa, make sure your ID is up to date.
CHS is about 21 kilometres from central Charleston. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 3 hours and 36 minutes.
Have an early flight from Charleston International Airport to Tampa? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CHS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Tampa
C$74 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Charleston International Airport to Tampa. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$151. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap tickets from CHS to Tampa by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Charleston International Airport to Tampa. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa is about 13 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 57 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Charleston International Airport to Tampa. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Once your flight from Charleston International Airport to Tampa has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 23 minutes by car. Central Tampa is roughly 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
You can also travel using public transport, which will take about 2 hours and 11 minutes.
After your flight from CHS to Tampa, settle in at a hotel close to PIE. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Tampa
July is the most popular month for flights from Charleston International Airport to Tampa. To escape the crowds, head to Tampa in May when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Charleston International Airport to Tampa in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from CHS to Tampa sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Tampa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Tampa right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Charleston International Airport to Tampa:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are essential stops on your Tampa itinerary.
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