Travelling from Toronto to Tampa International Airport (TPA): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Toronto to Tampa International Airport (TPA). Explore your options for leaving from Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
3 hours is the average duration of a direct Toronto to Tampa International Airport flight.
Tampa (where Tampa International Airport is located) and Toronto share the UTC-4 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the most popular route. There are 25 direct flights a week to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with WestJet at 8pm. Choose the first YYZ to TPA departure with Air Canada at 6:35am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Toronto to TPA.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, you'll want to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Toronto to Tampa International Airport (TPA) leave from this terminal.
You'll have your pick of carriers operating direct flights from Toronto to Tampa International Airport leaving from YYZ. Head off on your trip with any of these:
The airline most travellers choose when flying between YYZ and TPA is Air Canada.
With 70.16% of its services landing as planned, Air Canada is the top on-time carrier on this route.
Travelling from central Toronto to YYZ takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Pearson International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Toronto to Tampa International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Pearson International Airport, 63.97% of flights complete their journey on time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your Toronto to TPA flight:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance of 62.09%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From the centre of Toronto, YKF is around 105 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the airport by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early Toronto to Tampa International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Region of Waterloo International Airport and get to your departure gate without rushing:
The on-time performance record of YKF is 63.64%. To put it simply, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Have a late flight from Toronto to Tampa International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near TPA and shut your eyes sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Tampa International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and explore beyond Tampa's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around one week before your Toronto to Tampa International Airport flight.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
Central Tampa is about 8 kilometres from Tampa International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It'll take around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Currently, 81 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Tampa International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 117 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Toronto to Tampa International Airport (TPA). July is when most people travel to Tampa. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in May.
Before locking in your Toronto to TPA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Tampa International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Tampa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tampa right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Toronto to Tampa International Airport:
Your Tampa trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions you can't miss include Super Bowl, Busch Gardens Tampa and The Florida Aquarium.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Tampa. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include St. John's Cathedral, San Marco Historic District and Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville.
Around 129 kilometres north-east of Tampa, Orlando is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Hogwarts Express.