Tampa International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 46m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Tampa International Airport
Tampa International Airport is an international airport six miles (9.7 km) west of Downtown Tampa, in Hillsborough County, Florida, United States. The airport is publicly owned by Hillsborough County Aviation Authority (HCAA). The airport serves 100 non-stop destinations throughout North America, South America, the Caribbean and Europe across multiple carriers.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KTPANOTAMs
KTPAReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19R / 01L | 11,002 ft / 3,353 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 19L / 01R | 8,300 ft / 2,530 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 10 / 28 | 6,999 ft / 2,133 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 118.150 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.450 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 133.600 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.500 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Land-and-hold-short (LAHSO) (1)
Showing 16 of 39 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TAMPA CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
| TAMPA CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 1200 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| TAMPA CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| TAMPA CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 6000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: NNE (from about 22.5°), on 9% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 84% | 65 ft | |
| Feb | 85% | 406 ft | |
| Mar | 90% | 660 ft | |
| Apr | 91% | 930 ft | |
| May | 94% | 1,298 ft | |
| Jun | 94% | 1,480 ft | |
| Jul | 95% | 1,501 ft | |
| Aug | 95% | 1,554 ft | |
| Sep | 94% | 1,490 ft | |
| Oct | 94% | 1,233 ft | |
| Nov | 86% | 701 ft | |
| Dec | 83% | 350 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~65–1,554 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 North Tampa | 581 ft | 72 ft | — |
| Bank of America Plaza | 577 ft | 62 ft | — |
| One Tampa City Center | 525 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Truist Place | 515 ft | 49 ft | — |
| Park Tower | 476 ft | 62 ft | — |
| Element | 459 ft | 43 ft | — |
| Rivergate Tower | 456 ft | 39 ft | — |
| SkyPoint | 413 ft | 49 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Tampa International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Tampa International Airport?
The ICAO code for Tampa International Airport is KTPA, and its IATA code is TPA.
Where is Tampa International Airport located?
Tampa International Airport is large airport located in Tampa, United States, at an elevation of 26 ft (8 m).
How many runways does Tampa International Airport have?
Tampa International Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 11,002 ft / 3,353 m.
Which airlines fly to Tampa International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Tampa International Airport include AeroMéxico, Air Canada, Air France, AirTran Airways, Alitalia, American Airlines, among 23 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Tampa International Airport?
Historical data lists 67 nonstop destinations from Tampa International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Tampa International Airport in?
Tampa International Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tampa International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tampa International Airport is approximately 6.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tampa International Airport?
The nearest airport to Tampa International Airport is Peter O Knight Airport (TPF), about 5.7 nm to the se, followed by MacDill Air Force Base and St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tampa International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.