Flying from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Tampa International Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Washington DC and Tampa are in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Choose from 38 weekly Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Tampa International Airport flights. The 06:55 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. American Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 20:01.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your DCA to TPA flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
American Airlines offers direct flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Tampa International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Tampa — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
With 72.92% of services arriving as scheduled, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating DCA to TPA flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Tampa International Airport. These are the top stopovers between DCA and TPA:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Raleigh / Durham Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Tampa International Airport flight is 86 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 178 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from DCA to TPA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Tampa International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
71% of flights departing from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near DCA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Tampa International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
If you're arriving on a late Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Tampa International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near TPA:
Follow your own route with a Tampa International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and see more of Tampa and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Tampa International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Tampa International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Tampa. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Tampa International Airport for August if you want to go to Tampa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DCA to TPA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Tampa has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. Around 274 kilometres north of Tampa, a trip to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Miami is another essential stop in the United States and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. No trip is complete without experiencing Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami.



