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Quick Flight Summary from Houston to Tampa

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $82
  • Direct flight duration 4 hour 22 min
  • Arrival airports TPF / PIE / TPA
  • Best days to book Saturday, Wednesday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $227

Cheapest flights from Houston to Tampa

Best Price

Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines
2 Oct, Fri
Houston – Tampa
10h 17m
1 stop
IAHTPA

Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines
23 Sep, Wed
Houston – Tampa
11h 3m
1 stop
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Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
3 Oct, Sat
Houston – Tampa
8h 30m
1 stop
HOUTPA

Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines
17 Sep, Thu
Houston – Tampa
9h 28m
1 stop
IAHTPA

Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines
19 Sep, Sat
Houston – Tampa
9h 28m
1 stop
IAHTPA

Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines
20 Sep, Sun
Houston – Tampa
17h 45m
1 stop
IAHTPA

Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines
27 Sep, Sun
Houston – Tampa
1d 48m
1 stop
IAHTPA

Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines
24 Sep, Thu
Houston – Tampa
10h 17m
1 stop
IAHTPA
Shortest Flight

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
14 Oct, Wed
Houston – Tampa
4h 54m
1 stop
IAHTPA

Last update: 16 September 2026 17:21

Estimated Prices for Houston to Tampa Flights

Cheapest Day30 September Wednesday
Best Price
$80
Average Price
$190
$380
$80
$154
17Thu
Sep
$220
18Fri
$154
19Sat
$159
20Sun
$154
21Mon
$100
22Tue
$120
23Wed
$180
24Thu
$154
25Fri
$133
26Sat
$159
27Sun
$188
28Mon
$188
29Tue
$80
30Wed
$253
01Thu
Oct
$81
02Fri
$188
03Sat
$282
04Sun
$188
05Mon
$188
06Tue
$188
07Wed
$266
08Thu
$289
09Fri
$188
10Sat
$380
11Sun
$229
12Mon
$198
13Tue
$182
14Wed
$182
15Thu
$287
16Fri

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Houston City Center

George Bush Intercontinental  Airport

George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located 37 km from the city center. Also referred to as Houston Airport it serves the Greater Houston area, operating both domestic and international flights. Taxis and buses are the most widely used methods of transportation to get to the airport.

Taxi

Taxis are a convenient method of transportation to get to the airport from the city center. Taxis are easily accessible from the city center. You can also have the hotel you are staying at help arrange a taxi for you. Taxis are equipped with credit card technology so you can pay using cash or credit. Implementing a special 10% discount for elderly passengers is required by law. A taxi from the city center to Houston Airport takes about 30 minutes.

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to Houston Airport is by bus. Buses are a cheaper alternative when compared to taxis but they do take longer. A bus from the city center to the airport takes over an hour. Buses run more frequently over the weekends due to the increase in the number of passengers over the weekends. Buses drop off passengers at the terminal departures level. For more information on bus routes please visit Houston Bush Intercontinental Airport’s website.   

Rental Car

Renting a car in the city center is another convenient transportation alternative to get to Houston Airport. Renting a car is also a great option to get around in the city during your trip. There are various rental car companies located at the airport, such as Avis, Budget, Hertz, and Enterprise. You can return your rental car vehicle at the Rental Car Center located adjacent to the airport. There is a shuttle service that connects the Rental Car Center and the airport terminals. The shuttles are blue and white and get to the airport terminals in 5 minutes.

Airport Information

George Bush Intercontinental Airport, also referred to as Houston Airport, is located 37 km from downtown Houston. Houston Airport operates passenger services out of 5 terminals that are connected to each other by the TerminaLink train, which is for passengers only, and an underground train, that everyone has access to. Houston Airport offers passengers a variety of services to meet their basic needs and services that could be considered more unique. The airport contains ATMs, free Wi-Fi, charging stations, currency exchange services, vending machines, a lost and found, mail services, restaurants, cafes, bars, and stores. Houston Airport also features shoeshine services and pet relief areas.

Houston Airport aims to provide a relaxing yet fun environment for passengers once they’ve landed or as they wait for their flight. Stores where passengers can go shopping include ATU Duty Free and Dufry Tax & Duty Free stores, Bayou city Travelmart, Americana, Automated Kiosks for Benefit Cosmetics, Best Buy Express, and AT&T, as well as Brooks Brothers, Bluewire, Brookstone, City Point, Corsa Collections, Dylan’s candy Bar, Eddie Bauer, eSavvy, Headphone Hub, Hugo Boss, Johnston & Murphy, and more.

There are also a rich variety of restaurants and cafes offering delicious international cuisine. Venues where passengers can get a bite to eat or something to drink include Auntie Anne’s, Barcuterie, Belgian Beer Café, Blaze Pizza, Bullritos, Café Adobe, Camden food co., Center Bar, Chili’s Too, Dunkin’ Donuts, La Salsa, Le Grand Comptoir, Panda Express, Republic, Starbucks, Subway, Upper Crust, Urban Crave, Wendy’s, and Zori Bistro. 


William P. Hobby Airport

George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located 37 km from the city center. Also referred to as Houston Airport it serves the Greater Houston area, operating both domestic and international flights. Taxis and buses are the most widely used methods of transportation to get to the airport.

Taxi

Taxis are a convenient method of transportation to get to the airport from the city center. Taxis are easily accessible from the city center. You can also have the hotel you are staying at help arrange a taxi for you. Taxis are equipped with credit card technology so you can pay using cash or credit. Implementing a special 10% discount for elderly passengers is required by law. A taxi from the city center to Houston Airport takes about 30 minutes.

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to Houston Airport is by bus. Buses are a cheaper alternative when compared to taxis but they do take longer. A bus from the city center to the airport takes over an hour. Buses run more frequently over the weekends due to the increase in the number of passengers over the weekends. Buses drop off passengers at the terminal departures level. For more information on bus routes please visit Houston Bush Intercontinental Airport’s website.   

Rental Car

Renting a car in the city center is another convenient transportation alternative to get to Houston Airport. Renting a car is also a great option to get around in the city during your trip. There are various rental car companies located at the airport, such as Avis, Budget, Hertz, and Enterprise. You can return your rental car vehicle at the Rental Car Center located adjacent to the airport. There is a shuttle service that connects the Rental Car Center and the airport terminals. The shuttles are blue and white and get to the airport terminals in 5 minutes.

Airport Information

George Bush Intercontinental Airport, also referred to as Houston Airport, is located 37 km from downtown Houston. Houston Airport operates passenger services out of 5 terminals that are connected to each other by the TerminaLink train, which is for passengers only, and an underground train, that everyone has access to. Houston Airport offers passengers a variety of services to meet their basic needs and services that could be considered more unique. The airport contains ATMs, free Wi-Fi, charging stations, currency exchange services, vending machines, a lost and found, mail services, restaurants, cafes, bars, and stores. Houston Airport also features shoeshine services and pet relief areas.

Houston Airport aims to provide a relaxing yet fun environment for passengers once they’ve landed or as they wait for their flight. Stores where passengers can go shopping include ATU Duty Free and Dufry Tax & Duty Free stores, Bayou city Travelmart, Americana, Automated Kiosks for Benefit Cosmetics, Best Buy Express, and AT&T, as well as Brooks Brothers, Bluewire, Brookstone, City Point, Corsa Collections, Dylan’s candy Bar, Eddie Bauer, eSavvy, Headphone Hub, Hugo Boss, Johnston & Murphy, and more.

There are also a wide variety of restaurants and cafes offering delicious international cuisine. Venues where passengers can get a bite to eat or something to drink include Auntie Anne’s, Barcuterie, Belgian Beer Café, Blaze Pizza, Bullritos, Café Adobe, Camden food co., Center Bar, Chili’s Too, Dunkin’ Donuts, La Salsa, Le Grand Comptoir, Panda Express, Republic, Starbucks, Subway, Upper Crust, Urban Crave, Wendy’s, and Zori Bistro. 

Transportation to Tampa City Center from Airport

Tampa Intl. Airport

You can easily reach Tampa International Airport from the city centre by taxi or by bus. There are airport shuttle buses available and some hotels can arrange it for you in advance. If you rented a car during your trip, it is also possible to reach the airport with this vehicle.

Bus

Bus route 15 transports passengers from the city centre to the airport in a short time. A one-way ticket costs 2 dollars.

Taxi

Taxis are quite easy to come by in Tampa. You can comfortably find one in the city centre, and reach the airport for an average cost of 25 dollars. Be confident about the amount you will pay as all taxis are equipped with taximeters. You can speak to hotel staff to pre-arrange a taxi for you.

Car Rental

There are a lot of car rental agencies in Tampa city centre and for a more comfortable trip, including your journeys to and from the airport, you can hire a vehicle that is suitable to your budget. You can rent a car online, or you can ask for assistance from your hotel. International travellers must have a valid foreign driver’s license and an international driving permit. You must always carry these documents if you wish to drive a car or ride a motorbike in Tampa.

Airport Shuttle Service

Airport shuttle services are modern and comfortable buses with air-conditioning systems, which operate on a specific route and have certain departure times. It is recommended that you check the closest shuttle station near you, and the shuttle departure times in advance. You may also ask for assistance from your hotel representative. You will have to pay an additional fee per baggage beyond the limit of 3 baggages per passenger. The prices for the shuttle bus services are based on distance travelled. Airport shuttle services from the city centre to the airport is approximately 25 to 35 dollars.

Hotel Shuttle Service

Many hotels in Tampa provide airport shuttle services. Contact your hotel beforehand to confirm whether they provide this service, and book in advance if they do so.

Airport Information

Tampa International Airport was called the Drew Field Military Airport prior to the 1960s and used for military flights only. It underwent major changes since and began commercial flights. During the Second World War, the airport had undertaken important duties. Nowadays, Tampa International Airport is a modern, large airport located about 6 miles west from Downtown Tampa. Serious air traffic is encountered during the tourism season as it is often used as a transit hub. More than 100 flights a day take off from the airport.  There are many bars, restaurants and cafes located at different points of the airport that appeal to different tastes. You can also find many souvenir shops, accessory shops, clothing stores, cosmetics shops and duty-free shops inside the airport. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the airport building.

Tampa Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Tuesday
15 Sep
Clear
32°25°
Wednesday
16 Sep
Rain
31°23°
Today
Thursday
17 Sep
Cloudy
33°22°
Friday
18 Sep
Rain
33°23°
Saturday
19 Sep
Clear
33°24°

Flights with Alternative Departure Locations Houston Tampa

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Houston-Tampa flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Houston-Tampa flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Houston-Tampa flights, you can use George Bush Intercontinental  Airport, William P. Hobby Airport as departure airport, and Peter O. Knight Airport, Saint Pete Clearwater Intl. Airport, Tampa Intl. Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Houston-Tampa is 1258 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Houston-Tampa flights is Sunday.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Frontier Airlines starts from approximately $80.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Frontier Airlines
$80
1 piece of handbag (45x35x20 cm cm)
Delta Air Lines
$152
1 piece cabin baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment
American Airlines
$211
1 piece cabin baggage / Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / In-flight Entertainment

Last update: 10.09.2026

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