The flight distance from Hickory Regional Airport (HKY) in Hickory, United States to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 870 kilometers (540 miles / 470 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south at a heading of 187°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 15:15 in Hickory, it's 15:15 in Tampa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,163 feet between the two airports. Tampa International Airport sits lower than Hickory Regional Airport.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Hickory (HKY) follows a heading of 7° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Hickory Regional Airport (HKY) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.