Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tampa International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SYD and TPA are:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tampa International Airport is $950. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,538. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flight tickets from SYD to TPA if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for a ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tampa International Airport.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll get in touch straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap flight tickets from SYD to TPA every day.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The journey from central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport takes around 27 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tampa International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to SYD:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Consider booking a hotel close to TPA if you're taking a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tampa International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
From Tampa International Airport, Tampa is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 13 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 57 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tampa International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Tampa based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tampa International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from SYD to TPA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Tampa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in Tampa right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from SYD to TPA:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are leading attractions which should be on every Tampa itinerary.
Complete your Tampa trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Tampa International Airport — next on the list is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Tampa.