Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, solo, or with the whole family, you'll enjoy the flexibility of flying Southwest®.
Find your next flight from Hartford/Springfield to Tampa now!
Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, solo, or with the whole family, you'll enjoy the flexibility of flying Southwest®.
Find your next flight from Hartford/Springfield to Tampa now!
Hartford/Springfield, CT to Tampa, FL
*Restrictions and exclusions apply. Seats and dates are limited. Select markets. 20 travel days available.
Southwest seats are first come, first served based on check-in order. But there are ways to board the plane earlier!
We make bag-checking a breeze with our flexible baggage policy. Here’s how to make your journey even smoother:
Take advantage of inflight entertainment with free movies4, free live TV5, free texting6, and $8 inflight Internet7.
We also offer free sodas, coffee, and snacks8—learn more about the inflight food and beverage experience.
Have a change of travel plans? We offer free same-day standby for all fare types. This means that you can retain your current flight while listing for standby on an earlier flight. If a seat becomes available, it’s yours at no charge!
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| Departing from | Bradley International Airport (BDL) |
|---|---|
| Arriving at | Tampa International Airport (TPA) |
| Average flight time | 3 hours 10 minutes |
| Distance | 1111 miles |
| 133† | Weekly flights |
|---|---|
| 1‡ | Nonstop flight per day Monday through Friday |
| 2 ‡ | Nonstop flights on Saturday |
| 1 ‡ | Nonstop flight on Sunday |
Other popular flights from Hartford/Springfield:
†Weekly flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday through Sunday between 12/1/2024 and 12/31/2024. Note: route may not operate every day of the week.
‡Nonstop flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday through Sunday between 12/1/2024 and 12/31/2024.
Grab your swimsuit and get ready to soak up the sun on Tampa’s beautiful beaches. Lucky for you, Tampa Bay is along the Gulf of Mexico and lined with miles of beaches. Make sure not to miss the white sands of Clearwater Beach! Those who’re bigger fans of nature than they are of sunbathing should visit Caladesi Island State Park, which features a secluded beach perfect for seashell hunting and a nature sanctuary for observing wildlife.
Foodies and seafood fans should explore the cuisines of Tampa, including freshly caught fish and dishes that take flavors from Spanish, Italian, and Cuban fare. Take advantage of the Tampa Riverwalk Dine & Wine Tour and have a sampling of the range of what the city has to offer.
For a family-friendly excursion, head on over to Busch Gardens and embrace your inner thrill seeker. Head over to the Museum of Science and Industry for a more educational experience. Explore the vast universe inside the planetarium or get the kids involved in innovative hands-on projects in the museum’s makerspace.
Nature lovers will enjoy the Hillsborough River, where you can enjoy a downstream paddling adventure and spot turtles, gators, and birds unique to Florida. Walk along the Hillsborough River and Garrison Channel on the Tampa Riverwalk—a paved path that runs along the city where you can pass landmarks such as the Heights Public Market and the Tampa Bay History Center. Catch some incredible views of Tampa by taking a guided boat tour, which you can hop on or off and explore the neighborhoods you wish to explore.
No matter if you’re traveling to Tampa for business or fun, you’ll find a variety of ways to enjoy this incredible city. Hop on the next Southwest flight and go explore!
1EarlyBird Check-In® pricing starts at $15 one-way, and is subject to availability. Pricing may vary based on the popularity and length of each (one-way) flight. Please see optional travel charges for more details.
2Upgraded boarding prices and benefits are per eligible segment. Flights must be within 24 hours of departure to be eligible for upgraded boarding.
3First and second checked bags. Weight and size limits apply.
4Where available. Available only on WiFi-enabled aircraft. Limited-time offer.
5Due to licensing restrictions, on WiFi-enabled international flights, free live TV and iHeartRadio may not be available for the full duration of flight.
6Texting only allows access to iMessage and WhatsApp (which must be downloaded and activated before connecting to SouthwestWiFi).
7Internet access for $8 per device from takeoff to landing. Price is subject to change. May not be available for the full duration of flight. In order to provide a top-notch Internet experience, we prohibit access to certain high-bandwidth applications and websites. We also prohibit access to certain obscene or offensive content.
8Flights traveling 175 miles or less will have only water available. Complimentary snacks are served on flights over 175 miles. If you’re flying between Hawaii and the continental U.S., you’ll have even more snacks to choose from.
9Free same-day standby: You can list for same-day standby for an earlier flight via a Southwest Customer Service Agent at the airport or the Southwest app or mobile web. You must request to be added to the same-day standby list at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled departure of your original flight or the no-show policy will apply. If using the app or mobile web, you must list your name 30 minutes ahead of scheduled departure. You will receive a message based on the contact preference selected during booking if you are cleared on the flight. Group bookings and Unaccompanied Minors are not eligible for same-day standby. You will be required to pay any government taxes and fees associated with these itinerary changes but refunds will be provided. Your original boarding position is not guaranteed on your standby flight. Southwest Business Customers booked through travel agencies may need to see a Southwest agent at the airport for a standby listing. See Southwest.com/standby for more details.