Traveling from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Tampa International Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Cleveland and Tampa share the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Flights from CLE to TPA start at 08:25 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:03 with Frontier Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 19 weekly Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Tampa International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your CLE to TPA flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Tampa International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Tampa adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of United States:
Frontier Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
United Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for CLE to TPA flights, with 87.5% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Tampa International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between CLE and TPA:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight is $49. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $103. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from CLE to TPA by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Tampa International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
CLE is located at 5300 Riverside Drive.
When it comes to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport's on-time performance, 76.58% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Cleveland Hopkins International Airport from central Cleveland, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Tampa International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to CLE:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to TPA if you have a late Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Tampa International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and see more of Tampa and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Tampa International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
Tampa International Airport is approximately 13 kilometers from the center of Tampa. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Tampa International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Tampa in May.
When reserving your flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Tampa International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CLE to TPA in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tampa. Around 274 kilometers 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 standout destination in United States and is around 338 kilometers south-east of Tampa. No journey is complete without experiencing Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.