Cheap flights from New York JFK to Tampa International from $101
Updated 2026-10-23
1006 miles great-circle distance, typically flown in 2h 25m with 7 airlines operating direct service from New York JFK (JFK) to Tampa International (TPA). Fares on this corridor stay relatively stable across the year — booking 4–8 weeks ahead and choosing a midweek departure typically secures the best price.
Flying from New York JFK
New York's John F. Kennedy International handles most of the city's transatlantic and transpacific traffic, with six terminals connected by the AirTrain people mover. AirTrain links to the LIRR at Jamaica and the A train at Howard Beach for connections into Manhattan in 50–75 minutes total for $13.75. Delta and JetBlue have major operations here; foreign-carrier service is the deepest of any US airport, with daily flights from over 90 international airlines.
Arriving in Tampa
Tampa International is 6 miles west of downtown Tampa. HART bus 30 runs every 30 minutes to downtown for $2; the SkyConnect automated train links the main terminal to a consolidated rental car centre on the airport grounds. Fares to TPA peak around the Tampa Bay Buccaneers playoff games and during spring break (March); summer is cheaper despite Gulf-coast humidity. The Brightline rail extension to Tampa is planned for late 2026.
Who flies JFK to TPA?
| Airline | IATA | Flight time | Cabin |
| JetBlue Airways | B6 | 2h 25m | Economy |
| Delta Air Lines | DL | 2h 25m | Economy |
| American Airlines | AA | 2h 25m | Economy |
| United Airlines | UA | 2h 25m | Economy |
| Spirit Airlines | NK | 2h 25m | Economy |
| Frontier Airlines | F9 | 2h 25m | Economy |
| Alaska Airlines | AS | 2h 25m | Economy |
7 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.
New York to Tampa FAQs
Direct flights from New York JFK (JFK) to Tampa International (TPA) take approximately 2h 25m for the 1006-mile journey, plus 30–60 minutes of taxi, climb and descent. Total airport-to-airport time depends on cruise winds and air-traffic queueing on approach.
7 carriers operate direct service from New York JFK (JFK) to Tampa International (TPA): JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and 2 more. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — JetBlue Airways typically operates the highest weekly count on this corridor.
No — United States is domestic travel for US citizens. A US passport is not required for the 50 states, DC or US territories (Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands), though Real ID-compliant ID is required at TSA from May 2025.
Tampa International (TPA) is the primary international airport for Tampa. Allow 30–60 minutes for the ground transfer by train, express bus, taxi or rideshare depending on traffic and time of day. See the airport's official website for current train and shuttle timetables.