Flying from Perth Airport (PER) to Tampa: what you need to know
Tampa is 12 hours behind Perth, where Perth Airport is located. Tampa operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from PER to Tampa, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to discover a new place or just take a break during your trip. When searching for a flight from PER to Tampa, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a great option.
If you have a passport from Australia, you'll need an ETA to enter United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Perth Airport to Tampa for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before flying.
The journey from central Perth to PER takes approximately 28 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near PER. Whether you've booked an early flight from Perth Airport to Tampa or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Tampa
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Perth Airport to Tampa is C$1,172. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$2,150. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PER to Tampa if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a ticket from Perth Airport to Tampa.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Perth Airport to Tampa. Enter your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes about 13 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 57 minutes to get there using public transport.
Book a hotel near TPA if you have a late flight from Perth Airport to Tampa. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
As soon as your flight from Perth Airport to Tampa has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 23 minutes by car. Central Tampa is roughly 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
The trip will take approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes on public transport.
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 check in after your flight from PER to Tampa:
Best time to go to Tampa
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Perth Airport to Tampa. July is the busiest month to visit Tampa. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Before booking a flight from Perth Airport to Tampa, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from PER to Tampa sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tampa
Start your Tampa trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Perth Airport to Tampa, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are major attractions which should be on every Tampa itinerary.
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