Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Tampa: what you need to know
The timezone in Tampa is UTC-5. The city is five hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your EDI to Tampa flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from EDI to Tampa with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
EDI is about 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near EDI? If you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, data shows 73% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Tampa
$965 is currently the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Tampa flight. Return plane tickets start at $1,390. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from EDI to Tampa if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your Edinburgh Airport to Tampa ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from EDI to Tampa.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The distance from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa is roughly 11 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Tampa International Airport around one week before your flight from EDI to Tampa.
The street address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
The centre of Tampa is around 32 kilometres from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
After stepping off your EDI to Tampa flight, unwind at a hotel close to PIE. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from PIE in advance so you can just grab the keys and go.
You can find St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa. March is the most popular month to visit Tampa. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
Lock in a Edinburgh Airport to Tampa plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from EDI to Tampa in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Tampa
Once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tampa:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. The Florida Aquarium, Busch Gardens Tampa and ZooTampa at Lowry Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Tampa.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Tampa, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel around 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its top attractions. From St. John's Cathedral to Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 338 kilometres southeast of Tampa, Miami is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami.