Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Tampa: what you need to know
The timezone in Tampa is UTC-4. The city is 15 hours behind Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from SYD to Tampa, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to find a flight from SYD to Tampa with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You'll need an ETA for United States if you have a passport from Australia and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tampa, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
SYD is around 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 27 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tampa? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SYD:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Tampa
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tampa is C$998. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,522. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to Tampa if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tampa across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa takes around 13 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It'll take around 57 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tampa, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near TPA:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Once your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tampa has landed, you can reach 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 trip to take approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to drop your things at near PIE. Unwind and get cozy after your flight from SYD to Tampa at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Tampa
July is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tampa. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Tampa in May when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tampa in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap flights from SYD to Tampa sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tampa
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There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are highlights which should be on any well-planned Tampa itinerary.
Complete your Tampa trip with a car rental
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