Flying from Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) to Tampa: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Akron-Canton Airport to Tampa is 2 hours 25 minutes.
Tampa and Akron (where Akron-Canton Airport is located) are in the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
The busiest route is from Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Choose from two weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from CAK to PIE is the 09:07 Allegiant Air service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 21:15 with Allegiant Air.
Allow plenty of time to make your CAK to Tampa flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
You can book a direct Akron-Canton Airport to Tampa ticket. Begin your trip at CAK and land at Tampa International Airport (TPA).
Allegiant Air is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Akron-Canton Airport to Tampa.
Located around 12 miles from the centre of Akron, CAK can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Akron-Canton Airport to Tampa? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CAK:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Akron-Canton Airport, data shows 73.45% of flights complete their journey on time.
CAK is located at 5400 Lauby Road NW - Box 9.
How to find the cheapest flights from Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) to Tampa
The best price we've seen for a one-way Akron-Canton Airport to Tampa flight is £29. The cheapest price for a return flight is £70. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to the centre of Tampa takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 miles away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Akron-Canton Airport to Tampa. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Tampa International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and see more of Tampa and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Tampa International Airport about one week before your flight from CAK to Tampa.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Once your flight from Akron-Canton Airport to Tampa has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Tampa is roughly 18 miles from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 10 minutes or so.
There are some great places to drop your things at near PIE. Settle in and get cosy after your CAK to Tampa flight at any of these well-located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Alamo or Avis and be off and running.
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by booking your ride from PIE ahead of time. You can also avoid paying more than you need to, especially when demand is high.
The address for St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
Visit Tampa during the high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Akron-Canton Airport to Tampa during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in an Akron-Canton Airport to Tampa plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAK to Tampa in January when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Tampa
Once you've booked your flight from Akron-Canton Airport to Tampa, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tampa:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Tampa Riverwalk, Ybor City Tattoo Company and The Florida Aquarium are major attractions which should be on any good Tampa itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Tampa. Around 170 miles away to the north, its top attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Miami is another standout destination in United States and is around 210 miles south-east of Tampa. No trip is complete without visiting Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.
