Flying from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 2 hours 15 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Tampa International Airport. Richmond and Tampa share the same timezone — UTC-4.
Every week, there are 10 flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Tampa International Airport. The first flight from RIC to TPA is at 06:15 and the latest is at 20:41.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Tampa International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between RIC and TPA are:
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
C$66 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Tampa International Airport. A return flight starts at C$148. These fares may change based on demand.
To score cheap flight tickets from RIC to TPA, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Tampa International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from RIC to TPA. You don't need to search every day to see if prices have fallen. We'll notify you when the price changes.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Tampa International Airport.
Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
Located around 21 kilometres from the center of Richmond, Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) can be reached in approximately 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours and 52 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your vacation? Stay near RIC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Tampa International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
If you have a late flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Tampa International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near TPA:
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.
It typically takes 57 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Tampa International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Tampa in May.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Tampa International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RIC to TPA in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC and 23ºC then.
More about Tampa
Once you've booked your flights from RIC to TPA, you'll want to find a place to stay in Tampa. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are among the things you can't miss in Tampa.
Complete your Tampa trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Tampa International Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Tampa.