Travelling from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
Tampa's timezone is UTC-4, making Tampa one hour ahead of Chicago.
Flights from MDW to TPA start from 05:10 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The last departure is at 21:20 with Southwest Airlines. In total, there are 25 weekly Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your MDW to TPA flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Frontier Airlines has direct flights from Chicago Midway 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 you have time.
Frontier Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
With a dependable 83.52% of services landing on schedule, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier for MDW to TPA flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between MDW and TPA:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Nashville International Airport
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Currently, 52 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 106 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from MDW to TPA, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa International Airport.
Handy information about Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW's address is 5700 South Cicero.
Of the departures from Chicago Midway International Airport, 77.88% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Chicago Midway International Airport from central Chicago, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to MDW:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Consider booking a hotel close to TPA if you're catching a late Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Tampa International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and venture far and wide through Tampa and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Tampa International Airport around one week before your trip.
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 reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The quietest month for a flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Tampa based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Tampa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MDW to TPA sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Tampa, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey around 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its popular sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of United States, consider Miami, roughly 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are highlights.
