Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Tampa: what you need to know
The timezone in Tampa is UTC-4. The city is four hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your EDI to Tampa flight.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from EDI to Tampa with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh, EDI can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of all flights leaving Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Tampa
The best price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Tampa flight is ₹ 53,919. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 78,099. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from EDI to Tampa. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Finding cheap tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices across every month and land an epic deal.
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Snag an affordable flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
It typically takes 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near TPA if you have a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Pick up a Tampa International Airport rental car and explore Tampa and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Budget and Thrifty are popular providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Tampa International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from EDI to Tampa.
The street address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
The centre of Tampa is located around 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours 10 minutes.
Following your EDI to Tampa flight, unwind at a hotel near PIE. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the rates and availability from Budget, Alamo and Avis.
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left over, by reserving your ride from PIE in advance. You can also avoid paying more than you need to, especially during busy airport times.
The address for St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
Before scheduling your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Tampa offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Lock in an Edinburgh Airport to Tampa flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from EDI to Tampa in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Tampa
Start your Tampa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Tampa Riverwalk, Ybor City Tattoo Company and The Florida Aquarium are top sights which should feature on any good Tampa itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Tampa is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres north of Tampa, a trip to Jacksonville will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Miami is another favourite destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. No journey is complete without a visit to Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.
