Flying from Buenos Aires to Tampa: what you need to know
Buenos Aires is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Buenos Aires to Tampa departing from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Hop off the plane at Tampa's chief entry point, Tampa International Airport (TPA).
Tampa is two hours behind Buenos Aires and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Buenos Aires to Tampa flight.
Travelling during a popular month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Tampa
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Buenos Aires to Tampa flights if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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Flying from Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
The journey from central Buenos Aires to AEP takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Buenos Aires to Tampa or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
64% of flights taking off from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport make it to their destination on time.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Buenos Aires to Tampa flight, check out these options when leaving from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
EZE is around 24 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Buenos Aires to Tampa, unwind in one of these hotels close to Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 78%.
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.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Buenos Aires to Tampa. Book one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Tampa International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and explore beyond Tampa's main sights.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tampa International Airport around one week ahead of your Buenos Aires to Tampa flight.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Once your flight from Buenos Aires to Tampa has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Tampa is approximately 24 kilometres from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
After your flight from Buenos Aires to Tampa, settle in at a hotel close to PIE. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving taxi lines. Pick up a St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Budget, Alamo and Avis.
In general, the earlier you book, the more you save and the better your options. Reserve your ride from PIE as soon as your plans are confirmed.
The address for St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
April is the most popular month for flights from Buenos Aires to Tampa. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Tampa in March.
Book a Buenos Aires to Tampa ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tampa to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap flights from Buenos Aires to Tampa around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Tampa
After booking your flight from Buenos Aires to Tampa, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tampa:
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and The Florida Aquarium are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Tampa travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out ZooTampa at Lowry Park.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Tampa. Around 274 kilometres to the north, popular attractions include St. John's Cathedral, MOCA (Museum Of Contemporary Art), Jacksonville and Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
If there's time to check out another great destination in the United States, consider Miami, about 338 kilometres southeast of Tampa. Close Beach, Ocean Dr and Port of Miami are the start of reasons to visit.