Travelling from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Albany International Airport to Tampa International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
Albany and Tampa share the same timezone, UTC-4.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ALB to TPA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Southwest Airlines has direct flights from Albany International Airport to Tampa International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Tampa — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
Southwest Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With 78.38% of services landing as planned, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering ALB to TPA flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Albany International Airport to Tampa International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between ALB and TPA:
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
95 € is the lowest price for a one-way Albany International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. Return flights start at 192 €. These fares can change based on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from ALB to TPA, reserve your journey nine months ahead of your departure date.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Albany International Airport to Tampa International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Albany International Airport (ALB)
The address for ALB is 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Albany International Airport, data shows 73.92% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Albany to Albany International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Albany International Airport to Tampa International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to ALB:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Albany International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
Pick up a Tampa International Airport rental car and explore Tampa and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Budget and Thrifty are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Tampa International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
From Tampa International Airport, Tampa is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Albany International Airport to Tampa International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Tampa in May.
When reserving your flight from Albany International Airport to Tampa International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALB to TPA in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've done Tampa, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel around 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its top sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Miami is another favourite destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. No journey is complete without seeing Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.