CLE (Cleveland) to TPA (Tampa) flights arrive on time 75% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 87%. The average delay is 83 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.CLE → TPA
CLE (Cleveland) to TPA (Tampa)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 75% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
United Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 87% on time vs Southwest Airlines at 50%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 87% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 50%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from CLE
80% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. CLE has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~25 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at TPA
78% on timeWhen flights into TPA are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at TPA: TSA is ~24 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.