Travelling from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to Tampa: what you need to know
Roanoke (the location of Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport) and Tampa are in the same timezone — UTC-4.
With 2 weekly flights between the two airports, Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is the most popular route. Allegiant Air operates the earliest flight at 14:51. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from ROA to PIE is with Allegiant Air at 21:52.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from ROA to Tampa. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like August or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.
Nonstop flights from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to Tampa are available for booking. St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is where you'll arrive.
Allegiant Air is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Tampa.
You won't need your passport or a visa to fly within United States. You will need a valid identity document however, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Put them on your packing list once you've booked flight tickets from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Tampa.
ROA is about 8 kilometres from central Roanoke. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 11 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 36 minutes.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to Tampa
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Tampa is C$59. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$117. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from ROA to Tampa, reserve your journey 9 months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Tampa is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to the centre of Tampa is around 13 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 57 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Tampa, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near TPA:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
As soon as your flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional 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).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 2 hours and 11 minutes.
After your flight from ROA to Tampa, kick back at a hotel near PIE. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Tampa
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Tampa while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Tampa, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
When booking your flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional 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.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from ROA to Tampa in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 23ºC.
More about Tampa
After locking in your flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Tampa, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tampa:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are attractions you won't want to skip in Tampa.
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