Cheap flights from Pittsburgh (PIT) to Tampa (TPA)

Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) is about 20 miles west of downtown Pittsburgh. The Port Authority’s West Busway offers easy access to the airport from downtown Pittsburgh, Oakland and the University of Pittsburgh.

Flight times from PIT to Tampa International Airport (TPA) are usually a little over two hours long. At TPA, head over to the end of the Red Baggage Claim area to pick up the public bus that heads into downtown Tampa. At the Ground Transportation Center Blue, you can catch the Red Coach that goes to Miami as well as Tampa.

Attractions and Tips

As you explore downtown Tampa, check out some of the Segway tours available. They allow you to cover a greater distance and learn more about the historical significance of the area.

Many visitors choose to head to Busch Gardens to enjoy everything from roller coasters to a zoo. Adults and kids will both love the variety of different activities from which to choose.

Finally, Lettuce Lake Park is the perfect place to see some of the local wildlife. But be careful! Alligators often populate this area.

Tampa has hot and humid summers. As winter begins to show up, the drier air makes an appearance and the temperatures begin to drop. Tampa only experiences winters with freezing temperatures every couple of years.