The Liberty Bell may be in Philadelphia, but you can also get your freedom fix whenever you fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Tampa International Airport with Southwest Airlines®. No matter if you’re traveling for business, fun, or family, book with confidence when you fly with Southwest®. If you have flexible travel dates, search for your Philadelphia flights with our Low Fare Calendar and discover all the ways to save. Explore Southwest Vacations® to find package deals on flights, hotels, rental cars, and more.
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Philadelphia, PA to Tampa, FL
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| Departing from | Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) |
|---|---|
| Arriving at | Tampa International Airport (TPA) |
| Average flight time | 2 hours 43 minutes |
| Distance | 920 miles |
| 55† | Weekly flights |
|---|---|
| 1‡ | Nonstop flight on Saturday |
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View our interactive map†Weekly flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday through Sunday between 10/1/2021 and 10/31/2021. Note: route may not operate every day of the week.
‡Nonstop flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights on Saturday between 10/1/2021 and 10/31/2021.
There’s more to Tampa than its world-renowned beaches. Explore this western Florida city filled with a variety of cultural, historical, and natural charm. You can travel from location to location with ease by hopping on either the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART), the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) bus, or calling a cab or ride share.
Pay a visit to numerous attractions in downtown Tampa, including the Tampa Museum of Modern Art. This museum is home to one of the largest Greek and Roman antiquities collections in the southeastern portion of the U.S. The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts exhibits a unique collection of contemporary works from photographers all around the globe, and preserves historic photographic work from artists of various backgrounds.
For outdoorsy folks, the trails at Little Manatee River State Park include various distances and difficulties—even some that border the river. Just outside of Tampa Bay is Rainbow Springs, a more secluded destination with breathtaking scenery, perfect for canoeing or kayaking. Just outside downtown Tampa is a 16,000-acre wildlife preserve known as Canoe Escape. Immerse yourself and take a self-guided, downstream trip on the Hillsborough River.
Tampa has a diverse, unique restaurant scene, which includes authentic and reimagined Cuban-style restaurants; waterfront bistros with fresh, succulent seafood; and various bars at which you can continue the party into the night. More interested in shopping? Be sure to stroll through the charming Hyde Park historical district, full of picturesque tree-lined streets, numerous boutiques, and top high-end retailers.
Find numerous ways to see the sights of Tampa and make your trip an unforgettable experience. Hop on the next Southwest flight and go explore!
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Arrive just six miles west of downtown Tampa and start your Florida adventure.
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1First and second checked bags. Weight and size limits apply.
2Fare difference may apply.
The average flight time from Philadelphia to Tampa is 2 hours 43 minutes.
There are 55 weekly flights from Philadelphia to Tampa on Southwest Airlines.
Yes, Southwest flies nonstop from Philadelphia to Tampa once per day on Saturdays.
To find the lowest fares by day and time to fly Philadelphia to Tampa with Southwest, check out our Low Fare Calendar.
You can rent a car at Tampa International Airport—book yours with your flight.
Yes! Flights from Philadelphia to Tampa—or from here or there to anywhere—can be changed with no change fees. Fare difference may apply.
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