Travelling from Tampa to Matecana International Airport (PEI): What you need to know
Pereira (where Matecana International Airport is located) and Tampa share the UTC-5 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Tampa to PEI.
If you're getting away during a popular month like March, be at the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving and spring break.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
TPA is about 11 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
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Of all flights departing from Tampa International Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Tampa to PIE in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport the day before your Tampa to PEI flight:
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
The street address for PIE is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Matecana International Airport (PEI)
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Getting from Matecana International Airport (PEI) to central Pereira
Central Pereira is around 6 kilometres from Matecana International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Matecana International Airport (PEI)
Right now, RM692 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Matecana International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,559. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Tampa to PEI, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Tampa to Matecana International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Matecana International Airport (PEI)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Tampa to Matecana International Airport (PEI). January is when most people visit Pereira. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in April.
Lock in a Tampa to PEI plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Pereira to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Tampa to Matecana International Airport in August if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Pereira
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Your trip to Pereira isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions you won't want to miss include Paisaje Cultural Cafetero, Reserva Natural, Termales de San Vicente and Lugar De Contemplación Monte Tabor.
Explore more of Colombia
Pereira has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Colombia waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres east of Pereira, a trip to Bogota will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Teatro Colon Bogota, Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
Around 177 kilometres southwest of Pereira, Cali is another favourite stop in Colombia. Start your sightseeing at Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar.
