Traveling from Tampa to Cincinnati: what you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Tampa to Cincinnati. Explore your options for setting off from Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE), two of the city's main airports.
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) is the major arrival point in Cincinnati.
The average duration of a direct Tampa to Cincinnati flight is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Tampa and Cincinnati are both in the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
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To ensure you get on your Tampa to Cincinnati flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like spring break, Christmas and Thanksgiving) can easily add an hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Cincinnati
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Cincinnati is $38. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $76. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book two months before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Tampa to Cincinnati flights.
May is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Tampa to Cincinnati. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
You can book a direct flight from Tampa to Cincinnati leaving from Tampa International Airport (TPA). Start your journey at TPA and land at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG).
Top airlines that offer direct Tampa to Cincinnati plane tickets from TPA include:
TPA is about 5 miles from central Tampa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Tampa International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Tampa to Cincinnati or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
78.59% of flights that leave from Tampa International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
Arriving in Cincinnati
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to central Cincinnati takes about 20 minutes by car. The center is roughly 120 miles away.
Getting to the center by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Thrifty and explore beyond Cincinnati's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Best time to go to Cincinnati
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Tampa to Cincinnati. July is the most popular month to travel to Cincinnati. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Book a Tampa to Cincinnati ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cincinnati to range from 61ºF to 90ºF.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Tampa to Cincinnati in January when temperatures average between 14ºF and 45ºF.
More about Cincinnati
Once you've booked your flight from Tampa to Cincinnati, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cincinnati:
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens and Cincinnati Art Museum are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Cincinnati to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Fountain Square.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Cincinnati. Around 250 miles to the north-west, its top attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Columbus is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 100 miles north-east of Cincinnati. No trip is complete without a visit to Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
