Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Tampa: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tampa is 9 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Tampa is UTC-5. The city is six hours behind Frankfurt, where Frankfurt Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Tampa International Airport (TPA). You can select from six weekly services between these two airports. EW Discover offers a 11:30 departure between FRA and TPA.
For a relaxed start to your FRA to Tampa flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Frankfurt Airport to Tampa tickets are available for booking. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is where you'll disembark.
Take to the skies with EW Discover. This airline offers direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Tampa.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from FRA to Tampa. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Travelling from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near FRA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tampa or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Tampa
The best price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Tampa flight is 367 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 590 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from FRA to Tampa. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The distance from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa is roughly 11 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tampa. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
Reserving your ride from Tampa International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from FRA to Tampa can help you lock in the lowest rate.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
The centre of Tampa is about 32 kilometres from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). After your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tampa has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Following your FRA to Tampa flight, rest your head at a hotel near PIE. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Typically, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Secure your ride from PIE once your travel dates are set.
The address for St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tampa. March is the busiest month to travel to Tampa. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Frankfurt Airport to Tampa plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from FRA to Tampa around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Tampa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Tampa right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tampa:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. The Florida Aquarium, Busch Gardens Tampa and ZooTampa at Lowry Park are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Tampa itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Tampa, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its popular sights. From St. John's Cathedral to Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of the United States, head for Miami, about 338 kilometres southeast of Tampa. Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami are highlights.