Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
Orlando and Tampa share the same timezone, UTC-4.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your MCO to TPA flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Orlando International Airport to Tampa International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between MCO and TPA include:
Miami International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Currently, $297 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,057. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MCO to TPA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Orlando International Airport to Tampa International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MCO to TPA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Orlando International Airport to Tampa International Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.28% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Orlando to Orlando International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near MCO. Whether you've booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Tampa International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
If you're getting in on a late Orlando International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near TPA:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Tampa International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty to explore Tampa and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Tampa International Airport around one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
From Tampa International Airport, Tampa is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Orlando International Airport to Tampa International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Tampa. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Orlando International Airport to Tampa International Airport for August if you want to explore Tampa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MCO to TPA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
Tampa is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres north of Tampa, a visit to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Miami is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. No trip is complete without dropping by Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.
