BOS (Boston) to TPA (Tampa) flights arrive on time 75% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 78%. The average delay is 75 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.BOS → TPA
BOS (Boston) to TPA (Tampa)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 75% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Spirit Airlines edges out Frontier Airlines on this route — 78% vs 73% on time.
Airline Comparison
Spirit Airlines leads at 78% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 73%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from BOS
79% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. BOS has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~20 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at TPA
79% on timeWhen flights into TPA are late, the average delay is 70 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at TPA: TSA is ~12 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
TPA has a 2.1% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated April 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.