Travelling from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Tampa: what you need to know
Tampa's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Toronto (the location of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport).
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your YTZ to Tampa flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
YTZ is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near YTZ? If you're boarding an early flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Tampa, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
62.09% of flights that take off from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Tampa
The best price we've found for a one-way Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Tampa flight is 125 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 255 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from YTZ to Tampa. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Tampa. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Tampa International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and experience more of Tampa and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Tampa International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from YTZ to Tampa.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Tampa. After your flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Tampa, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 10 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near PIE. Settle in and get cosy after your YTZ to Tampa flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Budget, Alamo and Avis.
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from PIE a few weeks in advance so you can just get the keys and go.
You'll find St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Tampa. The city buzzes in peak season, but prices are often higher and top attractions can be busy. Go to Tampa in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Tampa plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from YTZ to Tampa around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tampa
After booking your flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Tampa, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tampa:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Tampa Riverwalk, Ybor City Tattoo Company and The Florida Aquarium are popular attractions which should feature on every Tampa itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Tampa. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Miami is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. No trip is complete without seeing Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.
