Travelling from Paris to Tampa: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Paris to Tampa. Explore your options for flying out of Paris from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA).
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the primary point of entry to Tampa.
Tampa is six hours behind Paris and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your Paris to Tampa flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Tampa
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap Paris to Tampa flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Flying from Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing Paris to Tampa flights departing from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Paris, CDG can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Paris to Tampa? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport:
64% of flights leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport reach their destination on schedule.
CDG's address is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Split up your Paris to Tampa flight with a stop so you can freshen up or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between Paris Orly Airport and Tampa are:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
You can get to ORY from the centre of Paris in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Paris to Tampa, unwind in one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport:
79% of flights departing Paris Orly Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
The trip to BVA from central Paris is around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Paris to Tampa flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Paris Beauvais Airport and get to your check-in counter with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights land when they should. At BVA, that rate is 71%.
The address of Paris Beauvais Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Paris to Tampa, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near TPA:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Tampa International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and explore beyond Tampa's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Tampa International Airport around one week before your trip.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Once your flight from Paris to Tampa has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Tampa is roughly 24 kilometres from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to PIE. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Paris to Tampa:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a taxi. Grab a St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the rates and availability from Budget, Alamo and Avis.
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just whatever's left, by reserving your ride from PIE in advance. You'll also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially during peak travel times.
You can find St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
April is the busiest month for flights from Paris to Tampa. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Tampa in March.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Paris to Tampa ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap flights from Paris to Tampa around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tampa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tampa right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Paris to Tampa:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park are must-visits when exploring Tampa.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Tampa, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel around 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to tick off its top sights. From St. John's Cathedral to MOCA (Museum Of Contemporary Art), Jacksonville and Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Miami is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 338 kilometres southeast of Tampa. No trip is complete without dropping by Close Beach, Ocean Dr and Port of Miami.