Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Tampa: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 46 minutes.
Tampa and New York (where John F. Kennedy International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you land.
With 102 flights a week between the two airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the most popular route. JetBlue operates the earliest flight at 06:30. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from JFK to TPA is with jetBlue at 20:45.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from JFK to Tampa. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or vacation times such as summer and spring break will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
Nonstop flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Tampa are available for booking. Tampa International Airport (TPA) will be your arrival point.
Book your seat with Delta. This popular carrier operates direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa.
You won't need a visa or passport to fly within United States. You will need a valid proof of identity though, like a driver's licence or ID card. Put them on your packing list once you've booked flight tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa.
Located around 48 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in approximately 48 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near JFK. Whether you've booked an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Tampa
C$131 is the best price for a one-way ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa. Return flights start at C$216. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from JFK to Tampa by booking 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is around 13 kilometres from central Tampa. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 13 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes about 57 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near TPA:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Once your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 23 minutes by car. Central Tampa is approximately 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to PIE. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from JFK to Tampa:
Best time to go to Tampa
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Tampa, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Book your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from JFK to Tampa in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 23ºC.
More about Tampa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tampa right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tampa:
Ybor City Tattoo Company and Tampa Riverwalk are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Tampa must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Florida Aquarium.
Complete your Tampa trip with a car rental
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