Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
2 hours 14 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport. Tampa is 1 hour ahead of Houston and operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
Every week, there are 43 flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport. To jet off early, opt for the 06:00 Spirit Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure from IAH to TPA is 22:13 with Spirit Airlines.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
If you want to break up your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the IAH - TPA route include:
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
C$151 is the best price for a one-way ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport. A return flight starts from C$306. These prices can change based on availability.
To snag cheap flight tickets from IAH to TPA, book your trip 10 months before your departure.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from IAH to TPA. There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price.
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Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Traveling from central Houston to George Bush Intercontinental Airport takes approximately 49 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a convenient hotel close to IAH? If you're catching an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
From Tampa International Airport, Tampa is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 13 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 57 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. Choose the ideal time to visit Tampa based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from IAH to TPA sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Tampa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in Tampa right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from IAH to TPA:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are must-visits when exploring Tampa.
Complete your Tampa trip with hotels and a car rental
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