Travelling from Brussels to Tampa: what you need to know
Brussels has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Brussels to Tampa leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Touch down at Tampa's primary gateway, Tampa International Airport (TPA).
Tampa is five hours behind Brussels and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Brussels to Tampa flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Tampa
To find cheap Brussels to Tampa flights, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your plane ticket from Brussels to Tampa.
Save time looking for cheap flights from Brussels to Tampa by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' Brussels to Tampa flights.
Flying from Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing Brussels to Tampa flights departing from Brussels Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
BRU is about 8 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to Brussels Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Brussels to Tampa, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Brussels Airport, 71.97% land on schedule at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
CRL is about 40 kilometres from central Brussels. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Brussels to Tampa, stay in one of these hotels close to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
72% of flights departing Brussels S. Charleroi Airport arrive according to schedule.
Arriving in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to TPA if you have a late flight from Brussels to Tampa. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Tampa International Airport rental car and discover Tampa and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Budget and Thrifty are top outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tampa International Airport about one week ahead of your Brussels to Tampa flight.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
The centre of Tampa is approximately 24 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Once your flight from Brussels to Tampa has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 25 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 10 minutes or so.
Forget about public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Budget, Alamo and Avis.
Save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from PIE ahead of time so you can just collect the keys and drive away.
The address for St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Brussels to Tampa. July is the busiest month to travel to Tampa. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your Brussels to Tampa ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap flights from Brussels to Tampa in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Tampa
Start your Tampa trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Brussels to Tampa, check out our selection of hotels including:
Ybor City Tattoo Company and Tampa Riverwalk are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Tampa must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Florida Aquarium.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tampa. Around 274 kilometres to the north, popular attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If there's time to check out another side of United States, head for Miami, roughly 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are the start of reasons to visit.
