Flying from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know
Tampa's main base, Tampa International Airport (TPA), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
8 hours 50 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Tampa to London Heathrow Airport flight.
London Heathrow Airport is located in London. The city is in the UTC+0 timezone and is four hours ahead of Tampa.
Take your pick of 7 direct flights every week between Tampa International Airport (TPA) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR). This is the busiest route, with Virgin Atlantic offering a 10pm departure from TPA to LHR.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Tampa to LHR.
Heading away during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Take the express route from Tampa International Airport (TPA). Nonstop flights from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) operate from here.
When taking off from TPA, you can take a direct flight from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport with Virgin Atlantic.
Virgin Atlantic is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from TPA to LHR.
Among carriers on this route, Virgin Atlantic has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Tampa International Airport:
When it comes to Tampa International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.59% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport. Here's where you can connect between St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport and LHR:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Nashville International Airport (BNA)
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
You can get to PIE from central Tampa in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to travel the 29 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport the day before your Tampa to LHR flight:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77.01%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on time.
PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you have a late flight from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near LHR:
Hit the road running by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and explore beyond London's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Tampa to London Heathrow Airport flight.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from central London. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Currently, 225 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 513 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Tampa to LHR, book your ticket two months before your planned departure.
July is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Tampa to London Heathrow Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to London. July is when most people book flights from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Before locking in your Tampa to LHR plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport:
There are plenty of things to do in London when you're ready to sightsee. Head straight for The British Museum followed by Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 153 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Bristol is another sought-after destination in the United Kingdom and is around 145 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without experiencing Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.
