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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Minneapolis to Tampa:

• Earliest: departs at 05:05 and lands at 08:20
• Latest: departs at 20:08 and lands at 23:23.

The flight takes about 3h 15m.

A direct flight from Minneapolis to Tampa takes 3h 15m, covering 1,307 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Minneapolis to Tampa range from £190 to £329, with an average of £246 over the past 12 months. Anything below £190 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the £246 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £191 return via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared with £251 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £21–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Minneapolis to Tampa flights, with 60% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 20%, Evening flights for 20%, and Night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £148 to £1,272. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Minneapolis to Tampa flights:

• Delta
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Minneapolis to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £113, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

Tampa Airport (TPA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £22 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Priceless
• Dollar
• Via Car Rental
• Thrifty

Flights from Minneapolis to Tampa usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Tampa (TPA).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Minneapolis to Tampa route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 12m.

One-stop flights from Minneapolis to Tampa most commonly connect through:

• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 24% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) – 23% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 18% of one-stop connections
• Lambert-St Louis (STL) – 10% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Minneapolis to Tampa. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £221 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £265, a difference of £44.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Minneapolis and Tampa. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Delta
• Sun Country Air

Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 03m, compared to 5h 15m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 5h 43m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

Tampa is 1 hour ahead of Minneapolis (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Tampa are Tampa Riverwalk and Tampa Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Tampa on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Minneapolis to Tampa flights:

• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy class class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.