Travelling from Tampa to Castries: what you need to know
Planning your vacation begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Tampa. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Castries jetting off from here.
Hewanorra Airport (UVF) and George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) are Castries's primary gateways.
To ensure you catch your flight from Tampa to Castries, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can visit Saint Lucia for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from United States. But before organizing your cheap flight from Tampa to Castries, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Flying from Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 13 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport will take roughly 57 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Tampa International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tampa to Castries or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving in Castries
Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
Hewanorra Airport (UVF) to central Castries is approximately 56 kilometres. It takes around 1 hour and 9 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Consider booking a hotel near UVF if you're catching a late flight from Tampa to Castries. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) is about 3 kilometres from central Castries. Once you've disembarked your flight from Tampa to Castries, allow for a drive time of approximately 6 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
You can expect the journey to take about 40 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Tampa to Castries, unwind at a hotel close to SLU. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Castries
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Castries is C$335. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$856. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap flights from Tampa to Castries. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Tampa to Castries across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Best time to go to Castries
May is the quietest month for flights from Tampa to Castries, while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Castries based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Schedule your flight from Tampa to Castries for September if you'd like to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Castries to range from 26ºC to 30ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap flights from Tampa to Castries around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Castries
Start your Castries trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Tampa to Castries, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Derek Walcott Square, Morne Fortune and Immaculate Conception Church are popular attractions which should feature on every Castries itinerary.
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