Flying from London to Tampa: what you need to know
London has plenty of airports to fly out of. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Tampa. London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
Touch down at Tampa International Airport (TPA), the major arrival point in Tampa.
Around 9 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct London to Tampa flight.
Tampa is five hours behind London and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are seven departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from London to Tampa is with Virgin Atlantic at 15:20. Go for the first LHR to TPA departure with Virgin Atlantic at 13:30 to fit in more activities on your first day in Tampa.
Leave enough time to make your London to Tampa flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Tampa
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're looking for a direct flight from London to Tampa, you can depart from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Fly from LHR to Tampa International Airport (TPA) without making any stops.
Keep an eye out for promotions with Virgin Atlantic. This airline offers direct London to Tampa plane tickets out of LHR.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your London to Tampa flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Located around 26 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Tampa, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider booking your direct flight from London to Tampa out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Nonstop connections from LGW will take you to Tampa International Airport (TPA).
From LGW, you can book a direct London to Tampa plane ticket with British Airways.
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your London to Tampa flight, browse these options when taking off from London Gatwick Airport:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
You can reach LGW from central London in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to Tampa, unwind in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
London Gatwick Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 83% of flights taking off from here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
You can reserve a ticket from London to Tampa out of London Stansted Airport (STN) with a stopover. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) is a major connection point.
STN is roughly 48 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Make catching an early London to Tampa flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to London Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving when they should, STN is a dependable starting point for any trip.
Arriving in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The distance from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from London to Tampa. Book one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Tampa International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tampa and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Tampa International Airport around one week in advance of your London to Tampa flight.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
As soon as your flight from London to Tampa has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Tampa is approximately 24 kilometres from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near PIE. Settle in and get cosy after your London to Tampa flight at one of these perfectly located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long taxi lines. Pick up a St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, Alamo and Avis.
Typically, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Reserve your ride from PIE as soon as you know your dates.
You'll find St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
April is the most popular month for flights from London to Tampa. To skip the crowds, go to Tampa in March.
Book a London to Tampa ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tampa to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap flights from London to Tampa in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Tampa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tampa right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from London to Tampa:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park are essential stops on your Tampa itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Tampa, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel about 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to tick off its top sights. From St. John's Cathedral to MOCA (Museum Of Contemporary Art), Jacksonville and Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another corner of the United States, consider Miami, roughly 338 kilometres southeast of Tampa. Close Beach, Ocean Dr and Port of Miami are the start of reasons to visit.