Traveling from New York to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE): What you need to know
Begin your journey at one of New York's main airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Explore your options for booking a flight from New York to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) jetting off from either of these.
Tampa's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as New York. St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is located in Tampa.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from New York to PIE. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Located around 48 kilometers from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
74.1% of flights that take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can arrive at EWR from the center of New York in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 24 kilometers or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to PIE flight:
73.3% of flights out of Newark Liberty International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From central New York, LGA is around 18 kilometers away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour or so if you use public transport.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your New York to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means most of its flights land on schedule and your trip is smooth and easy.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Center.
About St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Have a late flight from New York to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near PIE and hit the lights earlier:
The street address for PIE is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Getting from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to central Tampa
The center of Tampa is about 24 kilometers from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport. Travel times by car rental or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
Traveling by public transport typically takes 2 hours 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is $55. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $117. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap flights from New York to PIE, book your plane ticket four months before your departure date.
The best month for landing cheap New York to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from New York to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
July is the busiest month for flights from New York to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Visit Tampa in May for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your New York to PIE plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Tampa
Start your Tampa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
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Explore more of the United States
Tampa will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometers north of Tampa, a trip to Jacksonville will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like St. John's Cathedral, San Marco Historic District and Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville.
Around 145 kilometers 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.