Flying from Colorado Springs Airport (COS) to Tampa: what you need to know
Colorado Springs Airport is located in Colorado Springs. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Tampa is two hours ahead of Colorado Springs.
To avoid rushing for your COS to Tampa flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Start your journey at COS and travel nonstop to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Colorado Springs Airport to Tampa tickets.
Book your seat with Allegiant Air. This airline offers direct flights from Colorado Springs Airport to Tampa.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Colorado Springs, COS can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Colorado Springs Airport to Tampa? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to COS:
Colorado Springs Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart COS land on time.
COS is located at 7770 Milton E. Proby Parkway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colorado Springs Airport (COS) to Tampa
The best price we've seen for a one-way Colorado Springs Airport to Tampa flight is $89. The cheapest price for a return flight is $179. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from COS to Tampa if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Colorado Springs Airport to Tampa, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near TPA:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Tampa International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from COS to Tampa.
The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Once your flight from Colorado Springs Airport to Tampa has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Tampa is roughly 32 kilometres from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near PIE. Here are a few options where you can check in after your COS to Tampa flight:
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from PIE ahead of time so you can just pick up the keys and get on your way.
The address for St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Colorado Springs Airport to Tampa. March is the busiest month to travel to Tampa. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
Lock in a Colorado Springs Airport to Tampa plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from COS to Tampa in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Tampa
Start your Tampa trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Colorado Springs Airport to Tampa, check out our range of hotels including:
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Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Tampa. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Around 338 kilometres southeast of Tampa, Miami is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami.
