Airport Comparison
Phoenix (AZA) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) in Phoenix, United States to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 2,839 kilometers (1,764 miles / 1,533 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east at a heading of 94°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 17:22 in Phoenix, it's 19:22 in Tampa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,358 feet between the two airports. Tampa International Airport sits lower than Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport.
The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Phoenix (AZA) follows a heading of 289° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.