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

• Earliest: departs at 5:40 am and lands at 8:16 am
• Latest: departs at 10:17 pm and lands at 12:53 am.

The flight takes about 2h 36m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Tampa to Philadelphia:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Tampa to Philadelphia takes 2h 36m, covering 921 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Tampa to Philadelphia range from $156 to $348, with an average of $241 over the past 12 months. Anything below $156 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the $241 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $195 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $243 for nonstop.

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

• Southwest: 85% on time
• American Airlines: 82% on time
• Frontier: 78% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 81% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $28–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Frontier and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Tampa to Philadelphia flights, with 37% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 26%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 12%.

American Airlines is the only airline on the Tampa to Philadelphia route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Tampa to Philadelphia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $109, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

Philadelphia Airport (PHL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $69 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Payless
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Alamo

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

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening 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 Tampa to Philadelphia route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 23m.

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

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 70% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 8% of one-stop connections
• Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 3% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Tampa to Philadelphia. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $216 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $301, a difference of $85.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

• American Airlines
• Frontier
• Southwest

Flying via Baltimore/Washington (BWI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 22m, compared with 4h 46m via Miami (MIA) and 6h 19m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

Some of the most popular sights in Philadelphia are Philadelphia Convention Center, Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Philadelphia on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Tampa to Philadelphia 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 cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

You will find several direct flight deals to Philadelphia from Tampa. American Airlines, Aer Lingus, Southwest, Qatar Airways, Frontier, and British Airways operate nonstop flights from TPA to PHL. American Airlines offers around six daily flights to PHL from TPA, while Frontier and Aer Lingus operate around four to five daily flights on the same route. Passengers looking for more affordable options can use single-stop flights. Spirit Airlines and Frontier offer some single-stop flights with a common layover in either Atlanta or Charlotte.

Yes, the airport offers various parking options to their passengers. The parking rates vary depending on the minutes you spend in the garage. Valet Parking offers auto detailing, 24h attendants, and power stations for charging electric vehicles. Parking in the Economy Garage and Lot is free for up to 15min. You will pay a small fee for extra minutes. Parking in the Short Term Garage and Long Term Garage is free for up to an hour. Each of the garages offers hassle-free access to the terminals.

If you need to spend the night on arrival at PHL, you can check into a hotel around the airport. We recommend Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport, Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport, Extended Stay America Suites Philadelphia Airport, Microtel Inn & Suites Philadelphia Airport, or Delta Hotels by Marriott Philadelphia Airport. These hotels are within 2 miles of the airport, and most of them also offer airport shuttle services.

Yes, TPA has put several programs and policies in place to cater to the special needs passengers traveling through the airport. It offers wheelchair services for transit from the gates and ticket counters to the curbsides. Book this service at the check-in sites or the ticket counters. However, we recommend booking in advance to ensure availability. The airport offers wheelchair-accessible restrooms and companion restrooms for disabled patrons. Additionally, TYY or TDD telephones are available at several telephone locations within the airport.