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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £585. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Tampa to London Heathrow flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Tampa to London Heathrow

Tampa to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£243
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time8 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airlineKLM
Average flights per week76

Finding cheap flights from Tampa to London Heathrow: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Tampa to London Heathrow is £554. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from Tampa to London Heathrow.
KLM, Virgin Atlantic and Delta fly direct from Tampa to London Heathrow.
As of March 2026, there are 42 flights per week flying from Tampa to London Heathrow.
The cheapest month to fly from Tampa to London Heathrow is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport on Tuesday, 2 March 2027.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 33 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London Heathrow but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know

  • Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll leave from in Tampa. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) out of here.

  • Expect to be in the air for 8 hours 45 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Tampa to London Heathrow Airport flight.

  • London is five hours ahead of Tampa. London Heathrow Airport is located in London, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.

  • You can pick from 7 direct flights every week between Tampa International Airport (TPA) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR). This is the most popular route, with Virgin Atlantic offering a 10pm departure from TPA to LHR.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Tampa to LHR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • With more people on the move during peak months like March, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.

Airports in Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) operate out of this terminal.

  • You can book a direct flight from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport with Virgin Atlantic. This well-known airline offers services from TPA.

  • The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Virgin Atlantic between TPA and LHR.

  • With an impressive 90.0% of services arriving on schedule, Virgin Atlantic is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • The journey from central Tampa to TPA takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kms (7 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Tampa International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

  • Of the departures from Tampa International Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • TPA's address is 5507 West Spruce Street.

St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport. Check out these connections between St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport and LHR:

    • Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)

    • Nashville International Airport (BNA)

    • Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)

  • You can arrive at PIE from central Tampa in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 32 kms (20 miles) or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Tampa to LHR flight? Check in to a hotel near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:

  • St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.

About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London

  • London Heathrow Airport is around 24 kms (15 miles) from the centre of London. It takes around 45 minutes or so to get to the city by car.

  • It'll take around 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • At the moment, £243 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £554. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Lock in cheap flights from Tampa to LHR by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • July is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Tampa to London Heathrow Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Tampa to LHR.

  • Chase down a great fare on a flight from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). July is the busiest month to travel to London. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in January.

  • Book a Tampa to LHR plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 9ºC.

More about London

  • After booking your flight from Tampa to London Heathrow Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:

  • There are loads of awesome things to do in London when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your itinerary at The British Museum followed by Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • You've visited London, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Kingdom. Journey about 257 kms (160 miles) northwest to Manchester to check off its leading attractions. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Around 153 kms (95 miles) northwest of London, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.

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