Flying from Minneapolis to Tampa: what you need to know
Minneapolis's main airport is Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Check out your departure options from this terminal when booking flights from Minneapolis to Tampa.
When it comes to landing in Tampa, Tampa International Airport (TPA) is a major hub. Another is St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
Around 3 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct Minneapolis to Tampa flight.
Tampa is one hour ahead of Minneapolis and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
There are 32 services each week between Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) and {"defaultCase":"Tampa International Airport","accusativeCase":"Tampa International Airport","nominativeCase":"Tampa International Airport","dativeCase":"Tampa International Airport"} (TPA). This is the most popular route when booking flights from Minneapolis to Tampa.
To ensure you make it on your Minneapolis to Tampa flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Peak months like July or vacation periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer waits at security and check-in. If you're traveling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of an international departure is a wise idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Tampa
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Tampa is $69. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $157. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
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Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Start your journey at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), which offers multiple direct flights from Minneapolis to Tampa. From MSP, you can fly straight into Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
You'll have your choice of airlines that offer direct Minneapolis to Tampa plane tickets out of MSP. Reserve your trip with one of these:
Traveling from central Minneapolis to MSP takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 7 miles in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Minneapolis to Tampa, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Arriving in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The distance from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa is roughly 5 miles. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting to the center by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Minneapolis to Tampa, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near TPA:
Follow your own route with a Tampa International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and see more of Tampa and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Tampa International Airport around one week ahead of your Minneapolis to Tampa flight.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is roughly 15 miles from the center of Tampa. Once you've disembarked your flight from Minneapolis to Tampa, it'll take you approximately 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, Alamo and Avis.
Generally, the sooner you book, the more you save and the better your options. Reserve your ride from PIE as soon as your plans are confirmed.
The address for St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
May is the quietest month for flights from Minneapolis to Tampa, while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Tampa based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Minneapolis to Tampa ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tampa to range from 75ºF to 91ºF.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Minneapolis to Tampa in January when temperatures average between 48ºF and 73ºF.
More about Tampa
After booking your flight from Minneapolis to Tampa, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tampa:
Ybor City Tattoo Company and Tampa Riverwalk are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Tampa to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at The Florida Aquarium.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Tampa. Around 170 miles to the north, check out popular attractions including Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Miami is another essential stop in United States and is around 210 miles south-east of Tampa. No journey is complete without seeing Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.
