Travelling from Seattle to Tampa: what you need to know
Get your travels underway at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), the main airport in Seattle. Search for flights from Seattle to Tampa that depart from this base.
When it comes to touching down in Tampa, Tampa International Airport (TPA) is a primary hub. St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is another.
The average length of a direct Seattle to Tampa flight is 5 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Tampa is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Seattle.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 19 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Seattle to Tampa is with Alaska Airlines at 22:58. Choose the first SEA to TPA departure operated by Alaska Airlines at 08:30 to maximise your time in Tampa.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Seattle to Tampa flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Tampa
To score cheap Seattle to Tampa flights, book your journey two months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Seattle to Tampa. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can book a direct flight from Seattle to Tampa leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Begin your journey at SEA and touch down at Tampa International Airport (TPA).
Look out for promotions with Alaska Airlines. This carrier offers direct Seattle to Tampa plane tickets from SEA.
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Tampa, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
81.27% of flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of SEA.
Arriving in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The distance from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near TPA if you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Tampa. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Tampa International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and see more of Tampa and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tampa International Airport about one week ahead of your Seattle to Tampa flight.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
The centre of Tampa is around 24 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Once your flight from Seattle to Tampa has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 25 minutes.
The trip will take about 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Alamo or Avis and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from PIE a few weeks in advance so you can just grab the keys and go.
The address for St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
May is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Tampa, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Tampa based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Seattle to Tampa tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Seattle to Tampa in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. 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. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Tampa, check out our selection of hotels including:
Ybor City Tattoo Company and Tampa Riverwalk are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Tampa travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at The Florida Aquarium.
Explore more of United States
Tampa has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres north of Tampa, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Miami is another standout destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. No trip is complete without a visit to Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.
