Flying from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Tampa International Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Tampa's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Washington DC.
Every week, there are 142 Ronald Reagan National Airport to Tampa International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off early, opt for the 06:00 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 19:45 with American Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your DCA to TPA flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
American Airlines is your gateway to discovering Tampa (and perhaps some other exciting parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Tampa International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is American Airlines.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers DCA to TPA flights, with 77.95% of its services reaching their destination on time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Tampa International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between DCA and TPA include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Right now, 67 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ronald Reagan National Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 135 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DCA to TPA.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Tampa International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Of the flights that depart from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% arrive on time at their destination.
Ronald Reagan National Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to DCA? If you're boarding an early flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Tampa International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Reserve a hotel near TPA if you're catching a late Ronald Reagan National Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Tampa International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and experience more of Tampa and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Tampa International Airport around one week in advance.
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.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Tampa International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Tampa in May.
When booking your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Tampa International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DCA to TPA sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Tampa has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. About 274 kilometres north of Tampa, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in United States, head for Miami, about 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are key reasons to visit.
