Travelling from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Tampa: what you need to know
Quad City International Airport is located in Moline. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Tampa is 1 hour ahead of Moline.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from MLI to Tampa.
Peak months like July or vacation times such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.
Direct flights from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Tampa are available for booking. St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is where you'll step off the plane.
Get on board with Allegiant Air. This popular airline operates direct flights from Quad City International Airport to Tampa.
For a domestic flight within United States, you don't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to bring some form of identification, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked flight tickets from Quad City International Airport to Tampa, make sure your ID is up to date.
The journey from central Moline to MLI takes about 33 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near MLI. Whether you have an early flight from Quad City International Airport to Tampa or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Tampa
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Quad City International Airport to Tampa is C$72. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$137. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from MLI to Tampa, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Quad City International Airport to Tampa. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Tampa. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 13 minutes.
It'll take around 57 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to TPA if you have a late flight from Quad City International Airport to Tampa. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
After your flight from Quad City International Airport to Tampa has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 23 minutes by car. Central Tampa is roughly 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 2 hours and 11 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to PIE. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from MLI to Tampa:
Best time to go to Tampa
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Quad City International Airport to Tampa while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Tampa, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before you book a flight from Quad City International Airport to Tampa, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from MLI to Tampa in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Tampa
Start your Tampa trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Quad City International Airport to Tampa, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are leading attractions which should be on every Tampa itinerary.
Complete your Tampa trip with a car rental
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