Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tampa: what you need to know
Approximately 3 hours 1 minute is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Tampa.
The timezone in Tampa is UTC-4. The city is 1 hour ahead of Chicago, where O'Hare International Airport is located.
With 70 flights a week between the two airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the most popular route. Spirit Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:15. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from ORD to TPA is with Spirit Airlines at 21:24.
To ensure you catch your flight from ORD to Tampa, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Popular periods (like summer, Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Nonstop flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tampa are available for booking. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is where you'll disembark.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to Tampa, such as:
For a domestic flight within United States, you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to present some kind of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked cheap tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Tampa, make sure your ID is up to date.
ORD is about 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 54 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near ORD? If you're boarding an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Tampa, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tampa
Rs11,253 is the best price for a one-way ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Tampa. A return flight starts from Rs31,199. These fares can change based on availability.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ORD to Tampa.
The cheapest month for tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Tampa is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to the centre of Tampa takes around 13 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 57 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Tampa. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
The centre of Tampa is about 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Once your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Tampa has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 23 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours and 11 minutes.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near PIE. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from ORD to Tampa at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Tampa
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Tampa while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Tampa, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Lock in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Tampa for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from ORD to Tampa in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Tampa
After locking in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Tampa, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tampa:
Ybor City Tattoo Company and Tampa Riverwalk are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Tampa must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at The Florida Aquarium.
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