Flying from Seattle to Tampa International Airport (TPA): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), the main airport in Seattle. Search for flights from Seattle to Tampa International Airport (TPA) that jet out of this terminal.
The average duration of a direct Seattle to Tampa International Airport flight is 5 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Tampa is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Seattle. Tampa International Airport is located in Tampa.
The most popular route is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Tampa International Airport (TPA), with 19 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from SEA to TPA is the 8:30am Alaska Airlines option. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 10:58pm with Alaska Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seattle to TPA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Seattle to Tampa International Airport (TPA) can be booked from this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from Seattle to Tampa International Airport with Alaska Airlines. This top carrier operates departures from SEA.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between SEA and TPA is Alaska Airlines.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is Delta Air Lines.
Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Tampa International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SEA make it to their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
LKE is around 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Seattle to TPA flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:
About Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Have a late flight from Seattle to Tampa International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near TPA and fast-forward to bedtime:
Grab a Tampa International Airport rental car and explore Tampa and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Budget and Thrifty are top outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your Seattle to Tampa International Airport flight.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
Tampa International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Tampa. How long it takes to get there in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Tampa International Airport is 87 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 139 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Seattle to TPA, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Seattle to Tampa International Airport (TPA). July is when most people visit Tampa. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in May.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Seattle to TPA plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Tampa International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Tampa
Start your Tampa trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Tampa International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Super Bowl, Busch Gardens Tampa and The Florida Aquarium are top sights which should be on any good Tampa itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Tampa. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including St. John's Cathedral, San Marco Historic District and Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville.
Orlando is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 129 kilometres north-east of Tampa. No journey is complete without a visit to Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Hogwarts Express.