Travelling from Rochester International Airport (RST) to Tampa: what you need to know
The timezone in Tampa is UTC-5. The city is one hour ahead of Rochester, where Rochester International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your RST to Tampa flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Travelling from central Rochester to RST takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near RST? If you're catching an early flight from Rochester International Airport to Tampa, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Rochester International Airport, data shows 73% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
RST is located at 7600 Helgerson Drive Southwest.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rochester International Airport (RST) to Tampa
165 € is currently the best price for a one-way Rochester International Airport to Tampa flight. A return plane ticket starts at 299 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from RST to Tampa. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Rochester International Airport to Tampa across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from RST to Tampa.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to the centre of Tampa takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rochester International Airport to Tampa. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
For the best deal, book your ride from Tampa International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from RST to Tampa.
The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Once your flight from Rochester International Airport to Tampa has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Tampa is roughly 32 kilometres from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near PIE. Kick back and get cosy after your RST to Tampa flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Generally, the earlier you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Lock in your ride from PIE as soon as your plans are confirmed.
You can find St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Rochester International Airport to Tampa. March is the most popular month to travel to Tampa. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
Lock in a Rochester International Airport to Tampa plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from RST to Tampa around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tampa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tampa right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Rochester International Airport to Tampa:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. The Florida Aquarium, Busch Gardens Tampa and ZooTampa at Lowry Park are must-do's during your Tampa adventure.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Tampa. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Miami is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 338 kilometres southeast of Tampa. No journey is complete without dropping by Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami.
