Travelling from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
Jacksonville and Tampa are both in the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Your JAX to TPA flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jacksonville International Airport to Tampa International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between JAX and TPA:
Miami International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
At the moment, C$208 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Jacksonville International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$415. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from JAX to TPA, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Tampa International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Tampa International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
You'll find JAX at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
Jacksonville International Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from JAX arrive on schedule 80.42% of the time.
Jacksonville International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Jacksonville. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near JAX. Whether you have an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Tampa International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Book a hotel close to TPA if you're taking a late Jacksonville International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Tampa International Airport rental car and explore Tampa and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Budget and Thrifty are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Tampa International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
Tampa International Airport to central Tampa has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Tampa International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Tampa. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Tampa International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JAX to TPA sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Tampa has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres north of Tampa, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa, Miami is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.
