Traveling from Tampa to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR): What you need to know
The timezone in Baton Rouge is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Tampa. Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is located in Baton Rouge.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Tampa to BTR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like March or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
TPA is around 11 kilometers from central Tampa. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
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78% of flights that leave from Tampa International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
With public transport, you can travel from central Tampa to PIE in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometers away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport the day before your Tampa to BTR flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tampa to Baton Rouge Metropolitan 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 hotels near BTR:
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Tampa to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
BTR is located at 9430 Jackie Cochran Drive.
Getting from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) to central Baton Rouge
From Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, central Baton Rouge is around 13 kilometers away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city center by car.
Traveling by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
Currently, $199 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $304. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Tampa to BTR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
October is when most people book flights from Tampa to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR). Visit Baton Rouge in January for a quieter experience.
Lock in a Tampa to BTR plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Baton Rouge to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Tampa to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Baton Rouge
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Baton Rouge right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Tampa to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. St. Joseph Cathedral, USS Kidd and 13th Gate Haunted House are leading attractions which should be on every Baton Rouge itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
New Orleans is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Baton Rouge. Around 121 kilometers away to the southeast, top sights here include Bourbon St, French Quarter and Cafe Du Monde.
Jackson is another standout destination in the United States and is around 209 kilometers northeast of Baton Rouge. No trip is complete without seeing Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, Mississippi Museum of Art and Russell C Davis Planetarium.
