Travelling from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Tampa: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Tampa and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Tampa and Rochester (where Greater Rochester International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you land.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from ROC to Tampa. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Getting on a plane during a peak time like August? Busy periods (like spring break, summer and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Tampa that arrives at Tampa International Airport (TPA).
Look out for deals with Southwest Airlines. This airline has direct flights from Greater Rochester International Airport to Tampa.
Once you've booked flight tickets from Greater Rochester International Airport to Tampa, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't needed since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have some other valid form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence, you're ready to go.
ROC is about 13 kilometres from central Rochester. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 14 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near ROC? If you've booked an early flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Tampa, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Tampa
C$91 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Greater Rochester International Airport to Tampa. A return flight starts at C$215. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from ROC to Tampa, reserve your journey 10 months before your departure.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Greater Rochester International Airport to Tampa. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to the centre of Tampa takes around 13 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It typically takes 57 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near TPA if you have a late flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Tampa. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
After your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Tampa has touched down, you can get 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 expect the journey to take approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near PIE. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from ROC to Tampa:
Best time to go to Tampa
July is the most popular month for flights from Greater Rochester International Airport to Tampa. To avoid the crowds, travel to Tampa in May when things are quieter.
When booking your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Tampa, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from ROC to Tampa in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Tampa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Tampa right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Tampa:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Tampa itinerary.
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