Travelling from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Tampa's timezone is UTC-4, making Tampa one hour ahead of St Louis.
Flights from STL to TPA start from 05:45 — the first with Southwest Airlines. The last departure is at 21:05 with Southwest Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 16 weekly Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa International Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your STL to TPA flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Southwest Airlines is your ticket to exploring Tampa (and maybe even some other great parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa International Airport offered by this carrier.
Southwest Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
With 77.96% of its services arriving as planned, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating STL to TPA flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between STL and TPA include:
Nashville International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Right now, ₹ 5,847 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 11,706. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from STL to TPA by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa International Airport.
Handy information about Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
STL's address is 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
78.04% of flights that depart Lambert-St. Louis International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport from central St Louis, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near STL? If you've booked an early flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
Explore without limits with a Tampa International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and chase adventure across Tampa and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Tampa International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
Tampa International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Tampa. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Tampa in May.
Lock in your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa International Airport for August if you want to explore Tampa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from STL to TPA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Tampa, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel about 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to tick off its top attractions. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa, Miami is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.
