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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Philadelphia to Tampa:

• Earliest: departs at 5:16 am and lands at 8:11 am
• Latest: departs at 9:00 pm and lands at 11:55 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 55m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Philadelphia to Tampa.

A direct flight from Philadelphia to Tampa takes 2h 55m, covering 2,386 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Tampa range from C$ 252 to C$ 513, with an average of C$ 373 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 252 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the C$ 373 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 257 round-trip via Raleigh-Durham (RDU), compared to C$ 378 for direct.

American Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Southwest has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Philadelphia to Tampa flights are:

• American Airlines: 80% on time
• Southwest: 78% on time
• Frontier: 77% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 79% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 38–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Philadelphia to Tampa flights, with 43% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, Evening flights for 28%, and Night flights for 0%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Philadelphia to Tampa flights:

• American Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Philadelphia to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 187, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

Tampa Airport (TPA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 42 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Priceless
• Dollar
• Via Car Rental
• Thrifty

Flights from Philadelphia to Tampa usually depart from Philadelphia (PHL) and arrive at Tampa (TPA).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Philadelphia to Tampa route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 26m.

One-stop flights from Philadelphia to Tampa most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 67% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – 10% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 8% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 3% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Philadelphia to Tampa. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 303 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 429, a difference of C$ 126.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Philadelphia and Tampa. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• American Airlines
• Frontier
• Southwest

Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 52m, compared with 5h via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 5h 21m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

Some of the most popular sights in Tampa are Raymond James Stadium, Tampa Riverwalk, and Amalie Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Tampa on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Philadelphia to Tampa flights:

• Frontier: offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Frontier: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.